Celebrating 10 Years of PADI Women's Dive Day at COMO Maldives Resorts

09 July, 2025

The crystal-clear waters of the Maldives will witness a historic celebration on July 19, 2025, as COMO Maalifushi (Thaa Atoll) and COMO Cocoa Island (South Malé Atoll) host the 10th anniversary of PADI Women’s Dive Day. This global initiative unites women divers to champion ocean conservation, inclusivity, and female adventure beneath the waves.

Why This Event Matters

PADI Women’s Dive Day, launched in 2015, has grown into the world’s largest celebration of women in diving. For 2025, COMO’s Maldives resorts amplify this mission with:

• Exclusive Guided Dives: Certified female guests can join special dives exploring iconic sites like Maalifushi’s manta ray cleaning stations and Cocoa Island’s pristine lagoons.

• Conservation Focus: Activities highlight marine protection, aligning with COMO’s ethos of sustainable luxury.

• Industry-Leading Support: Managed by expert marine teams, dives blend safety, education, and awe-inspiring underwater encounters.

“We believe in empowering women not only on land but beneath the ocean. This day celebrates inclusivity, passion, and conservation—values core to COMO.”
— Peter Nilsson, Managing Director, COMO Hotels & Resorts Maldives.

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Dive Site Spectacles

Each resort offers distinct underwater landscapes:

Maalifushi, the only resort in the untouched Thaa Atoll, provides access to remote reefs teeming with pelagic life. Cocoa Island, a 30-minute boat ride from Malé, dazzles with house reefs ideal for beginners and seasoned divers.

Women’s Dive Month: A Deeper Impact

Beyond July 19, COMO Maalifushi expanded activities into a full Women’s Dive Month, partnering with PADI to empower local communities:

• 21 Maldivian girls (ages 8–16) from Guraidhoo Island participated in PADI Discover Scuba® Diving sessions.

• Marine biologist intern Aminath Angeela mentored participants, showcasing career paths in ocean conservation.

• Richard Somerset (PADI EMEA Territory Director) emphasized: “These experiences inspire future ambassadors for our oceans”.

The COMO Experience: Luxury Meets Purpose

Guests at both resorts enjoy world-class amenities that complement the diving festivities:

• Accommodations: Overwater villas with private pools (Maalifushi) and beach suites (Cocoa Island).

• Wellness: Renowned COMO Shambhala spas for post-dive rejuvenation.

• Access: Maalifushi via a 60-minute seaplane; Cocoa Island via speedboat.

How to Join

• Date: July 19, 2025

• Eligibility: Certified female divers (bring your certification card).

• Extend Your Impact: Participate in reef clean-ups or adopt a coral frame.

Final Thought: The 10th anniversary of PADI Women’s Dive Day transcends a single day of diving. At COMO Maalifushi and COMO Cocoa Island, it represents a decade of breaking barriers, protecting marine ecosystems, and igniting a passion for the ocean in women worldwide. As Peter Nilsson notes, this is where luxury meets purpose—one dive at a time.

“Watching young Maldivian girls take their first breath underwater was magical. They’ve discovered a new world in their own backyard.”
— Rebecca Brooks, PADI Guest Blogger.

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