Two of the Maldives’ most distinguished luxury resorts, COMO Maalifushi and COMO Cocoa Island, will commemorate the 10th anniversary of PADI Women’s Dive Day with exclusive underwater experiences designed to celebrate women in diving and reinforce the shared values of marine conservation and gender inclusivity. Taking place on Saturday, 19 July 2025, this global initiative highlights a decade of progress in encouraging more women to take up scuba diving, while also promoting sustainable interaction with the ocean’s ecosystems.
Launched in 2015 by the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI), Women’s Dive Day has become the world’s largest single-day celebration of women divers, drawing thousands of participants each year across hundreds of dive sites worldwide. The 2025 edition marks a significant milestone, bringing added meaning to this international event with COMO Hotels and Resorts continuing their active role in supporting ocean-focused experiences that align with their core sustainability principles.
Guests staying at COMO Maalifushi and COMO Cocoa Island, two of the Maldives’ most sought-after barefoot luxury destinations will be invited to join certified women-only dive excursions, curated specifically for this occasion. These guided dives offer female divers a chance to connect with vibrant marine biodiversity while being part of a broader global movement championing equality, education, and environmental awareness within the diving industry.
COMO Maalifushi, located in the pristine Thaa Atoll in the southern Maldives, is known for its access to exceptional dive sites, including manta ray cleaning stations, coral gardens, and drift dives through untouched channels teeming with marine life. These sites provide unique opportunities for close encounters with reef sharks, sea turtles, and schools of pelagic fish, creating an ideal environment for immersive and transformative diving experiences.
Meanwhile, COMO Cocoa Island, nestled in the South Malé Atoll, offers easy access to gentle reef slopes, vibrant house reefs, and shallow lagoons ideal for both experienced and newly certified divers. The island’s boutique setting enhances the sense of personal connection with the ocean, making it a preferred choice for travellers seeking wellness, privacy, and world-class underwater exploration.
Both properties will be supported by expert marine biologists and certified dive instructors from the resorts’ in-house dive centres, ensuring that the underwater excursions are not only safe and educational but also deeply inspiring. Divers will be guided through the ecological importance of the reef systems and the role of responsible tourism in preserving marine habitats for future generations.
Peter Nilsson, Managing Director of COMO Hotels and Resorts in the Maldives, emphasized the group’s ongoing commitment to empowering women and protecting marine ecosystems:
“At COMO, we are committed to empowering women not only on land but also beneath the surface of the ocean. PADI Women’s Dive Day gives us a platform to honour values such as inclusivity, passion, and marine conservation, all of which resonate strongly with our brand ethos. We are proud to create experiences that allow our guests to forge lasting connections with the natural world in transformative and memorable ways.”
The Maldives, renowned for its year-round diving conditions, crystal-clear visibility, and diverse marine ecosystems, remains a premier destination for scuba divers worldwide. Events such as PADI Women’s Dive Day add depth to the country’s tourism offerings, positioning it not only as a luxury leisure destination but also as a hub for ocean advocacy and experiential travel.
By hosting this special celebration, COMO Maalifushi and COMO Cocoa Island continue to showcase the Maldives as an ideal destination for female travellers seeking meaningful experiences, ecological awareness, and opportunities to connect with a global community of like-minded adventurers. These events also highlight the resorts’ dedication to offering experiences that enrich, educate, and empower, setting a benchmark in the intersection of luxury tourism and sustainability-driven adventure.
Foreign visitors planning a dive-centric holiday this July will find no better setting than the tranquil lagoons and thriving coral reefs of the Maldives, paired with COMO’s world-class hospitality and commitment to ocean health.
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