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Shark Island Sandbank and Reef Snorkelling
Activity provider: Bibee Watersports5(4 on Google)From Dhiffushi, Kaafu Atoll
Bibee’s sandbank near Shark Island, with snorkelling on the house reef: relaxing and adventure in one two-hour trip. US$95 per person.
- Duration 2 hrs
- Guide: English, Dhivehi
Highlights
- Sandbank outside the lagoon near Shark Island
- Snorkelling on the house reef included
- 35 minutes by boat, two hours in all
- US$95 per person
Full description
This sandbank lies outside the Dhiffushi lagoon near Shark Island, 35 minutes by boat. It’s a good mix of relaxing on the sand and snorkelling at Shark Island’s house reef.
The whole trip takes about two hours.
You may see reef fish
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Itinerary
- Start in Dhiffushi
- Boat ride to the Shark Island sandbank
- Sandbank picnic
- Snorkel the house reef
- Boat ride back to Dhiffushi
- Back in Dhiffushi
For reference only: the order and times can change with the sea and the weather.
What's included
- Snorkelling
- Water
- Snorkelling gear
- Boat ride
- Life jacket
Meeting point and pick-up
Meeting point
Bibee Watersports tells you where to meet when you book
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Important information
- What to bring
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Hat and sunglasses
- Not allowed
- Touching, chasing or feeding marine life
- Standing on coral
- Know before you go
- Prices are in US$ per person
- Children under 2 pay half price
- Safety and access
- Life jackets provided
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Moderate: some fitness needed
- Not recommended when pregnant
- Not recommended with heart problems or serious medical conditions
- Not recommended if you get seasick
- Dress code
- Dhiffushi is a local island: cover shoulders and knees in the village. Swimwear is fine on the boat and at the bikini beaches.
Cancellation policy
Bibee Watersports sets the cancellation terms: ask before you book, and keep their reply.
Questions?
Ask Bibee Watersports directly, before or after you book. Quote the product code so they know which trip you mean.
Product code: DH-0152
CallYour island operator
You book and pay Bibee Watersports directly; dhiffushi.org takes no fees or commission.
Operator reviews on Google
This trip has no reviews of its own yet; these are recent Google reviews of Bibee Watersports.
We tried so many things the prices were reasonable,the team was kind and helpful, we enjoyed our time with the team specifically with Ahmed, thank you for this experience we hope to see you again. Haifa's family ❤️
Fantastic watersports shop with a huge selection of different activities and tours. The organization is seamless, and the entire team is incredibly friendly and competent. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to get out on the water!
An unforgettable highlight in the Maldives – a heartfelt recommendation! During our stay on Dhiffushi, we took several tours with Bibee Water Sports, and it was without a doubt the most wonderful experience of our entire Maldives trip! The whole team is incredibly welcoming, but a very special thank you goes to Naphees and Captain Jack Sparrow. They treated us not just like regular customers, but like true guests and friends, fulfilling our every wish. What truly sets Bibee Water Sports apart is that they make even the impossible possible! Here, you don't just get the standard tours – the team flexibly accommodates even the most unusual requests and creates completely customized experiences to ensure guests have the perfect time. What's more, the prices are very reasonable for the service provided. We had unforgettable moments that we will cherish forever. If you're on Dhiffushi, you absolutely must come here – we wholeheartedly recommend Bibee Water Sports!
Reviews from Google, updated every week. Dhiffushi.org doesn’t collect reviews; businesses can’t change or choose them.
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| Cancellation | Ask | Ask | Ask | Ask | Ask | Ask | Ask | Ask | Ask | Ask |
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