MALDIVES TIGER SHARK 

CONSERVATION & FREEDIVING EXPEDITION 

APRIL 14 - 21, 2025

SHARK ISLAND

FUVAHMULAH, MALDIVES

8 DAYS, 7 NIGHTS
6 day of diving - 12 dive sessions

Daily shark dives & line training

FREEDIVING x SHARK DIVING

Immersive Conservation Experience

Unlock a once-in-a-lifetime freediving adventure that combines specialized freediving training with the thrill of diving with tiger sharks in Fuvahmulah, Maldives.

This experience is designed to improve your freediving skills while providing unique shark encounters in one of the most biodiverse marine environments on the planet.

TRIP & PACKAGE INCLUSIONS

  • Two-way domestic flights (Male ↔ Fuvahmulah)

  • Two-way domestic airport pick up and drop off

  • Bed and breakfast accommodation

  • 6 dive days - 12 diving sessions:

    • Daily freediving depth & line training sessions and Tiger shark dives

  • Accommodation in double occupancy rooms (single room upgrades available)

  • BBQ beach night

$3800 USD

$200 OFF

Until February 1st, 2025

MEET OUR LOCAL SHARK GUIDES

Pelagic Divers Fuvahmulah is a premier dive center located on Fuvahmulah Island in the Maldives, renowned for offering intimate and high-quality diving experiences, specializing with tiger sharks.

Inah, the founder of Pelagic Divers Fuvahmulah will be our co-host and shark educator. Inah has dedicated his life to protecting Fuvahmulah's marine ecosystems and creating meaningful shark diving experiences that prioritize both safety and sustainability. His deep connection to the island and its waters offers rare insights into the local culture, tiger shark behavior, and ongoing conservation efforts.

SHARK EDUCATION & CONSERVATION

  • FUVAHMULAH ISLAND HISTORY
    Learn about discover the island’s unique relationship with tiger sharks

  • CO-EXISTENCE OF LOCAL COMMUNITIES AND SHARKS
    Understand the connection between Fuvahmulah's residents, their land, and the ocean that sustains them while minimizing impact

  • FUVAHMULAH SHARK BEHAVIOUR & ECOLOGY
    Understand the unique traits and habits of these sharks

  • SHARK ID DATABASE AND ON-GOING RESEARCH
    Insights into the identification and study of individual sharks

  • SHARK INTERACTION BRIEFINGS AND SAFETY
    Essential safety protocols for responsible shark diving

  • MARINE LIFE IDENTIFICATION AND ETHICS OF WILDLIFE INTERACTIONS
    Learn how to respectfully interact with marine creatures while minimizing impact

FREEDIVING WORKSHOPS & TRAINING

Enhance your freediving skills with our expert-led workshops, focusing on performance, safety, and mental clarity:

  • DEPTH & LINE TRAINING
    Build confidence in the water, improve technique, and safely progress to greater depths using a training line

  • APNEA FLOW
    A custom yoga session designed to improve flexibility, lung capacity, and body awareness for more efficient freediving.

  • BREATH HOLD & BREATH-WORK TRAINING
    Develop CO2 tolerance, O2 efficiency, and learn the best breathing techniques for deeper, longer dives.

  • GUIDED MEDITATIONS & VISUALIZATIONS
    Master the mental game of freediving with guided meditations and visualization exercises to improve focus and calmness in challenging conditions.

  • SAFETY & RESCUE TRAINING
    Learn essential safety protocols, including buddy systems, rescue techniques, and blackout recovery drills to keep yourself and others safe.

  • EQUALIZATION WORKSHOP
    Master the Frenzel technique to ensure comfortable descents and reach greater depths with ease

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FREEDIVING & TRIP DETAILS

    • International flights to Male Velana Int. Airport (MLE)

    • Lunch and dinner

    • Single occupancy room upgrades ($140 USD)

    • Credit card charges (3.5%)

    • Bank transfer charges (1.8%)

    • Rental equipment: Mask & Snorkel, Wetsuit, Weight belt, and Fins

    • Diving insurance (DAN recommended)

  • No, Salty Souls Freediving will be doing a course during the trip. However, it is highly recommended divers are at least confident swimmers.

  • Water temperatures in Fuvahmulah in April range from 27°C to 30°C (80°F to 86°F). A 3mm wetsuit is generally suitable, but if you get cold easily, consider a thicker wetsuit for deeper dives.

  • Yes! This trip is designed for both new and experienced freedivers. If you are new to freediving, we will provide hands-on instruction to ensure you’re comfortable and confident in the water.

SHARK DIVING QUESTIONS

  • At Pelagic Divers Fuvahmulah, dives are conducted with high safety standards, led by local experts like Ahmed Inah, who understand shark behavior. Divers are briefed on interaction protocols to ensure a safe and ethical experience.

    They dive with a 4:1 guest-to-safety ratio to ensure attentive safety diving and quick response.

  • Yes, dive insurance is highly recommended. It should cover shark diving and emergency evacuation in case of unforeseen events. DAN (Divers Alert Network) is a popular choice.

  • Yes! Fuvahmulah is known as the "Shark Island" because of its diverse shark population, including:

    • Tiger sharks

    • Thresher sharks

    • Hammerhead sharks

    • Silvertip sharks

    • Whale sharks (seasonal)

  • Fuvahmulah is a one-island atoll in the Maldives, known for its resident tiger shark population and rich marine biodiversity. Unlike other islands in the Maldives, it is inhabited year-round and offers a more authentic local experience.