Discover the Wonders of the Deep: Celebrate World Ocean Day at Nova Maldives This June

London, UK, 20 May 2024: Nova Maldives, An eco-conscious island resort committed to preserving the ocean’s delicate ecosystem., is pleased to announce a lineup of activities in celebration of World Ocean Day, spearheaded by one of the Maldives’ few female diving instructors, a visionary PADI Professional dedicated to female empowerment, conservation, and environmental awareness.

Cocooned on its own island in the South Ari Atoll, Nova offers a private, eco-friendly island experience where guests can rediscover their inner selves and foster meaningful connections with others and nature in a soft-luxury setting. Surrounded by a vibrant marine ecosystem, Nova is renowned for spellbinding marine experiences, and offers unique opportunities to watch whale sharks and manta rays in their natural habitat from over 30 spotting points. Committed to sustainability, Nova collaborates with the Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme to educate guests on related research and offers them the means to support coral growth through a coral nursery initiative.

Nova will be hosting Afaa Abdulla to co-lead a series of activities during this important event. Hailing from a northern Maldivian island, Afaa is a remarkable 22-year-old female diving instructor and passionate conservationist trained under the esteemed Zoona Naseem, the Maldives’ first female PADI Course Director. Having grown up on an island, Afaa’s deep connection to the ocean fuelled her ambition to become a diving instructor. She hopes to share her love for the ocean with fellow travellers, who are drawn to the allure of the sea and want to witness its depths and beauty.

From June 6th to June 9th, a series of thematic briefings and presentations on whale shark and manta ray biology, coral bleaching and conservation, and safe snorkelling practices will be given by Nova’s marine biologist to provide insight into issues pressing to the region’s ecology. Thorough and environmentally-conscious briefings on each day to accompany guided snorkelling and reef cleaning excursions and examine whale sharks and corals up close. Experienced divers will also be able to embark on their own adventures and discover the remarkable world-class dive sites of the South Ari Atoll.

Unlock a 50% discount for direct bookings made via Nova’s website for stays during this period, with a starting rate of £410/night inclusive of all taxes and green tax on Full Board Basis. Direct bookings also include three gifted experiences per stay, including one Group Sunset Cruise, one 30 minutes spa treatment for two-, a 30-minutes photoshoot, 20% off à-la-carte dining and 15% off selected watersports and yoga.

Join Nova Maldives for a week of marine adventures and fulfill your dream of learning to dive this summer while gaining knowledge on how to protect the ocean as stewards of the Earth.