DIVE INTO A SUMMER OF MARINE MARVELS

Ocean Discovery Week 2025 at The Nautilus Maldives

25 - 31 July 2025

The Nautilus Maldives invites you to immerse yourself in an extraordinary journey beneath the waves during Ocean Discovery Week 2025. Set within the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, this annual summer celebration is a tribute to the ocean’s wonders, offering rare encounters with marine life and a deeper connection to the sea.

With effortless access to over 40 exceptional dive sites, including the iconic Hanifaru Bay, The Nautilus offers bespoke snorkelling and diving experiences where guests can swim alongside manta rays, whale sharks, and vibrant coral gardens. Every underwater adventure is tailored to your desires, creating an oceanic journey unlike any other.

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Capture the Deep with Simon Lorenz

We are delighted to welcome Simon Lorenz, an award-winning underwater photographer and marine conservationist, as a special guest for Ocean Discovery Week. Known for his work with CNN, BBC, National Geographic, and WWF, Simon’s breathtaking photography highlights the beauty and fragility of marine ecosystems.

As a PADI instructor and photo coach, Simon will guide guests through private underwater photography sessions, exclusive dive and snorkelling excursions, and immersive workshops on capturing the magic of the deep. Families can enjoy underwater photography experiences together, creating lasting memories of their time in the Maldives.

Here, embrace the rare opportunity to explore the ocean through the lens of a renowned photographer and conservationist.

Adventures Above the Surface

Beyond the depths, Ocean Discovery Week brings a collection of exhilarating and serene ocean-inspired experiences.

Thrill-seekers can embark on high-speed Jetski, Seabob, and E-foil expeditions, slicing through crystal-clear waters with the wind in their hair. Dolphin-watching cruises offer magical moments with playful pods dancing in the waves, while the Hello Turtle adventure brings guests up close with these gentle marine wanderers.

For those who prefer to take the ocean at a slower pace, luxury yacht excursions and sandbank picnics offer a secluded escape amidst the endless blue.

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Wellness Inspired by the Ocean

At Solasta Spa, the ocean’s rhythm inspires a collection of transformative wellness rituals.

Sunrise yoga on the beach, mindful breathwork, and water sound healing meditation invite guests to reconnect with themselves in harmony with the sea. For a deeply soothing experience, bespoke spa rituals use the finest marine-based ingredients, leaving both body and mind refreshed and renewed.

Young Wonderers and Ocean Explorers

For curious young adventurers, Ocean Discovery Week brings an array of marine-inspired activities designed to spark creativity and wonder.

Children can embark on their first diving experience with Bubble Maker courses, take part in underwater treasure hunts, or join The Nautilus’s resident marine biologist for a hands-on coral planting workshop. For little artists, watercolour painting sessions and creative ocean-inspired projects allow them to capture the beauty of the sea in their own unique way.

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Join Us for an Unscripted Celebration of the Sea

At The Nautilus, there are no clocks, no schedules—just extraordinary moments waiting to unfold. Ocean Discovery Week is an invitation to reconnect with the sea, explore its mysteries, and celebrate its beauty in ways that are uniquely yours.

Are you ready for an unforgettable summer adventure? Contact us at [email protected] to reserve your place at The Nautilus’s Ocean Discovery Week 2025.

Here, the ocean calls. How will you answer?