Diving Snorkeling Maldives - Lonely Planet Diving and Snorkeling Maldives Author:Casey Mahaney, Astrid Witte Mahaney Scattered like rings across the Indian Ocean, the 26 atolls that comprise the Maldives are a divers mecca. Encompassing channels, pinnacles and walls, the sites here have lyrical names that match their beauty. While hard corals recover from recent coral bleaching, the reefs still thrive with vibrant soft corals, sponges and anemones. Proli... more »fic fish life ranges from funny little blennies to massive, friendly Napoleonfish. Divers are transported to the reefs on colorful traditional dhonis and luxurious safari dive boats. This book describes 78 of the best sites in the Maldives, with full-color photos taken in the wake of El Niño damage. Youll get specific information on: