Equator-side mantas, a legendary wreck, and Maldives island-hopping by road
Updated Mar 3, 2026 • 11 sources
Top species linked to approved dive spots in Addu Atoll (Seenu Atoll).
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Last updated: March 3, 2026 • 11 sources
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Overview
Addu Atoll (Seenu) sits near the equator at the far south of the Maldives. It is known for channel drifts, manta encounters, and one of the country's standout wreck dives, the British Loyalty. Addu is also different topside: several islands are linked by causeways, so you can bike or drive between local neighborhoods, beaches, and protected wetlands. Weather follows the Maldives monsoon pattern: the southwest monsoon normally runs mid-May to November, the northeast monsoon runs January to March, and April and December are transitional. Build your plan around tides for channel dives, keep the wreck day conservative, and reserve at least one day for Addu Nature Park and a causeway loop.
British Loyalty is a designated protected area and one of the Maldives' iconic wreck dives.
Kandu dives deliver real current and drift profiles. Tides matter more than the calendar.
Addu has a strong manta reputation, with sightings reported around channels and reef points.
Causeways linking islands make Addu one of the few Maldives destinations that rewards biking and day touring.
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Best time to go
January - April
Northeast monsoon (dry season): calmer weather and commonly better visibility for reef and wreck days.
Main caution: Southwest monsoon (wet season): more wind and rain; visibility can drop with plankton and sea state can limit boats.
