Ocean Adventures in the Maldives
PADI AWARE Week
Join us in the heart of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll for an unforgettable PADI AWARE Week at Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort. This special week blends ocean adventure with meaningful conservation, offering guests of all ages the chance to explore, learn, and make a difference.
From coral planting and beach clean-ups to exclusive PADI specialty courses and encounters with majestic manta rays, every experience is designed to deepen your connection to the marine world. With expert guidance from PADI professionals, Ambassadors, and special guest Hanli Prinsloo, you’ll be part of a global movement to protect our oceans.
Whether you're an experienced diver or simply passionate about the ocean, this is your chance to make a difference and connect more deeply with the marine world.
PADI SPECIALTY COURSES
- PADI Manta Ray Awareness Course
Explore the fascinating world of manta rays through theory and optional dives. Learn about their behavior, biology, and global conservation efforts.
- PADI Dive Against Debris Specialty
Become part of the solution! Take part in a cleanup dive and contribute to marine conservation data with PADI AWARE.
- PADI Coral Reef Conservation Course
A dry, interactive course open to all ages. Discover how coral reefs function and what we can do to protect them.
- PADI AWARE Specialist Course
Non-diving and open to everyone — learn how to make a positive impact for our oceans every day


OCEAN ADVENTURES
- Freediving & Breathwork with Hanli Prinsloo
Dive deep into the transformative world of breathwork and freediving with world-renowned freediver and ocean advocate, Hanli Prinsloo.
- Coral Planting Workshop
Perfect for families! Join our marine team to plant coral and restore the reef — hands-on and educational.
- Hanifaru Bay Snorkeling Trip
Snorkel in a world-famous UNESCO site known for seasonal manta ray and whale shark encounters.
- Local Island Beach Clean-Up
Make a difference on land by joining our guided clean-up and learn about local environmental challenges.