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Dive Into Maldives’ Underwater Wonders

Choose your base – city convenience in Malé or island charm in Himmafushi - your underwater wonders await.

PADI Five Star Dive Centre

📍 Male' City

PADI Five Star Career Development Centre

📍Himmafushi

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Learn, Explore, Protect

Our mission goes beyond diving—we educate, inspire exploration, and conserve the Maldives’ underwater world.

Education

From scuba beginner to pro, freediving to technical, we offer a range of PADI courses to explore, advance & master the ocean.

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Exploration

From beginners to pro, discover world-famous dive sites in Malé Atoll. Join scheduled trips solo or plan group dives easily via WhatsApp.

Dive In

Conservation

Join local & global efforts to protect our oceans. Take Project AWARE marine conservation specialties and be a #ForceForGood.

Take Action

Over a decade of diving and discovery — 11+ years in your service beneath the Maldivian bl

Discover Your Next Dive Adventure

From first bubbles to big adventures, find the dive that’s right for you.

Dive Sites

Certified divers: join thrilling shark dives and encounter multiple species—tiger sharks, bull sharks, and hammerheads! Explore a range of dive sites, from vibrant coral gardens to historic wrecks.

Explore Dive Sites

Dive Trips & Packages

Choose single dives, multi-dive adventures, or fully customized trips. Daily boat departures from Malé & Himmafushi for certified divers. Share the thrill with friends—group bookings (6+) are easy via WhatsApp.

Book on WhatsApp

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Discover Scuba

Never tried scuba? Dive into your first underwater adventure with expert instructors. Safe, guided sessions in Maldives’ crystal-clear waters. Perfect for beginners seeking excitement and discovery.

Start Your Scuba Adventure

Dive In Maldives: Underwater Gallery

Step into a diver’s view of the reef. From shimmering schools of fish and intricate corals to elusive critters, masters of camouflage, and majestic reef giants, this gallery captures the beauty and biology of Maldives’ underwater world. Every image reveals survival, connection, and the vibrant life that makes each dive unforgettable.

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The Descent: Entering The Blue

Coral Realms & Reef Builders

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Reef Dwellers & Fish Schools

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Juveniles:
The Next Gen

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Symbiosis & Mimicry

Masters of Camouflage

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Predators of the Blue

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Oddities of the Reef

The Ascent:
Back To Light

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Diving Courses & Certifications

Learn to dive, grow your skills, and earn certifications recognized worldwide.

Scuba Experience for Beginners:

Bubblemaker

Little divers, big adventures—the first underwater experience for kids aged 8–10.

Gift A Bubblemaker

Discover Scuba Diving

Ages 10+: Take your first breaths underwater and experience the thrill of scuba!

Book Your DSD

Scuba Core Certifications & Refresher:

Open Water Diver

Discover the underwater world and become a fully certified, confident diver.

Get Certified

Advanced Open Water Diver

Advanced your skills & explore new depths safely, responsibly.

Level Up

Rescue Diver

Learn to prevent and manage diving emergencies while keeping yourself safe.

Boost Your Skills

ReActivate Scuba Refresher

Certified divers: refresh skills, dive confidently.

Dive Again

Advanced Skills:

Peak Performance Buoyancy

Master buoyancy to glide and dive effortlessly with control.

Float Perfect

Underwater Navigator

Find your way beneath the waves with confidence and precision.

Find Way

Deep Diver

Go beyond limits and explore the depths down to 40 m/130 ft with confidence.

Go Deeper

Night Diver

Discover the underwater world after dark and see the ocean come alive at night.

Glow Underwater

Most Popular:

Sidemount Rec Diver

Discover a new way to dive—balanced, streamlined, and efficient.

Streamline

Enriched Air (Nitrox) Diver

Dive longer, recover faster with nitrox.

Breathe Easy

Underwater Photographer

Capture pro-quality underwater images.

Shoot

Wreck Diver

Explore sunken ships safely and uncover history hidden beneath the waves.

Dive Into Past

Safety Focused

Lifeguard

Gain essential lifesaving skills to keep swimmers safe by the water.

Save The Day

Emergency Oxygen Provider

Learn to deliver lifesaving oxygen in diving emergencies.

Act Fast

Adaptive Support Diver

Master techniques to create inclusive diving experiences for everyone.

All Can Dive

Conservation:

Dive Against Debris

Collect underwater data and actively support marine research efforts.

Make Every Dive Count

Project AWARE Specialist

Become a dedicated champion for marine protection and awareness worldwide.

Protect Oceans

Coral Reef Conservation

Be part of the solution to preserve and protect coral reefs worldwide.

Reef Rescue

Shark Conservation

Help protect sharks and maintain balanced, healthy ocean ecosystems.

Save The Sharks

Become a Dive Professional

Turn your passion into a profession with our Instructor Development Course (IDC). Over 11 years, we’ve trained divers from around the world to step confidently into their careers as PADI instructors.

📸 Walk through our IDC in photos — see what the journey looks like, from classroom to open water.
📅 Check the upcoming IDC schedule — with multiple sessions each year in Himmafushi and Bandos, you can find the perfect time to start your path to becoming a dive professional.

Your office could be the ocean — take the leap!

Instructor Development Course (IDC), in Photos

PADI Instructor candidates preparing for a day of training, geared up with scuba equipment.

Geared Up & Focused

PADI Instructor candidates ready for a day of training.

IDC Schedule

IDC Details

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Meet Our Team

Meet the most experienced PADI professional development team in the Maldives. Led by Adam Ashraf, our young, fun, and dynamic instructors bring passion and expertise to every dive. With a wealth of experience and a love for teaching, we are dedicated to making your scuba journey safe, exciting, and unforgettable. Learn from the best. Be the best.

Adam Ashraf

Owner & Managing Director of Dive Desk and Maldivian Academy of Diving, PADI Course Director (Platinum 2024, Gold 2025), 20-Year PADI Member, and Team Member at Dive-Careers.com.

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Aminath Nadha

Co-Owner and Director of Dive Desk and Maldivian Academy of Diving, overseeing Administration and Communications.

Ibrahim Jilwaz

PADI Master Instructor and Base Leader at Dive Desk, specializing in nudibranch research and identification.

Mohamed Aiman

PADI Master Instructor and certified PADI Freedive Instructor.

Ahmed Junaid

PADI Staff Instructor, Freediver Instructor, EFR Instructor Trainer, and PADI Lifeguard Instructor, also serving as an Airport Senior Fire Officer and certified EMT.

Ahmed Nazeef

PADI Staff Instructor and Aircraft Maintenance Engineer by profession.

What Divers Say - Reviews

Hear directly from our divers, students, and graduates. From first-time explorers to seasoned professionals, their stories reflect the adventures, learning, and friendships that make diving with us unforgettable.

"The team’s time, support, and effort — from classroom theory reviews to dry-runs, in-water sessions, and academic presentations — truly prepared me for the PADI IE in just a few days."

Ahmed Mujaahid

Instructor Candidate, Male' 2022

"I couldn't have asked for a better place to have done my PADI Staff Instructor than at Dive Desk! The skills and knowledge that you and your team have provided me with are invaluable!"

Kayla

Staff Instructor, Male' 2022

"Your passion in finding opportunities for us and giving honest feedback to improve our skills made all the difference."

Haiyan

Divemaster Candidate, 2022

"If you are contemplating whether diving is for you, think no more! Head out to Dive Desk and the rest is an experience you will never forget."

Ahmed Munshid

Open Water DIver Student 2022

"If you are contemplating whether diving is for you, think no more! Head out to Dive Desk and the rest is an experience you will never forget."

Mohamed Mimrah

Photographer Specialty Student, 2021

"We had a phenomenal time with the team doing the discovery dive. They took their time to make sure we were comfortable underwater before going for the actual dive."

Lily David

Discover Scuba Diver, May 2023

"The prices are affordable, the guides are experienced, and really fun to be around."

Ilyas

Fun Diver, Aug 2014

"I’d 100% recommend Dive Desk in Malé and I’ll definitely be back for the next level course."

Lisa Jungmann

Freediver Student, Jun 2025

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Blog: News & Updates

Discover stories that celebrate the ocean, inspire divers, and showcase our role in shaping the future of diving. From conservation and community projects to local events, personal journeys, professional training, and awards—get closer to the heart of our underwater world.

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Dive Desk & Maldivian Academy of Diving's initiatives and partnerships that protect coral reefs, reduce marine pollution, and engage the community in preserving the ocean for future generations.

Conservation & Community

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Coverage of dive exhibitions, expos, and events where Dive Desk and Maldivian Academy of Diving showcase Maldivian diving experiences and engage with the diving community.

Dive Events & Expos

Dive Desk was delighted to exhibit at the Farukoe Expo, held at National Art Gappery on 9

Personal stories, experiences, and highlights from divers, instructors, and Dive Desk and Maldivian Academy of Diving team members, celebrating the people and journeys behind the adventures.

People & Stories

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Updates on PADI courses, specialty programs, and professional training opportunities that empower divers of all levels to grow their skills, knowledge, and certifications.

Education & Training

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Milestones, recognitions, and certifications earned by Dive Desk and Maldivian Academy of Diving, showcasing our commitment to excellence, sustainability, and professional diving standards.

Achievements & Awards

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