This July, OBLU NATURE Helengeli by SENTIDO, part of the renowned Atmosphere Core collection, is redefining the diving experience in the Maldives with the launch of the first-ever PADI Women’s Dive Month. What began as a single-day celebration on July 19 is now a month-long tribute to women divers, created in collaboration with TGI Maldives, ELE|NA Ayur spa, and Marine Biologist Luca Melodia.
Fresh off their 2024 recognition for “Outstanding Contribution to Women's Diving,” both TGI Maldives and OBLU NATURE Helengeli are expanding access and excitement around diving for women and families alike. With over 40 years of experience, TGI Maldives is extending special discounts throughout July on all dive experiences booked by women—including the PADI Discover Scuba Dive, perfect even for non-swimmers. Experienced divers can explore the surrounding reefs and dive sites that rank among the most coveted in the Malé Atoll.
Located just metres from an exotic house reef, Helengeli island offers an ideal setting for divers of all levels. Whether solo travellers, adventurous families, or friend groups, guests are invited to enjoy curated packages designed around ocean discovery and relaxation. All resort visitors benefit from the OBLU Island Plan™, with added perks in July such as discounted diving, marine biology talks, and a wellness-focused itinerary.
Guests booking a diving experience will also enjoy exclusive discounts at the ELE|NA Ayur spa. Known for its holistic healing approach, the spa introduces over 18 rotating wellness classes throughout the month—from sunrise yoga and aqua aerobics to core stability workouts, all designed to enhance flexibility and underwater stamina. A special highlight includes 20% off ELE|NA’s signature Coconut Shell and Sand Bundle massages for female divers, rooted in traditional Maldivian healing practices and made from local, sustainable ingredients.
TGI Maldives Operations Manager Greta Marcelli emphasized the emotion behind the initiative, saying, “We celebrate women in diving all year, but July allows us to craft something truly immersive—combining diving, wellness, and connection in a setting like no other.”
Matt Wenger, PADI’s Regional Manager for the Maldives, echoed that sentiment, highlighting the resort’s leading role in promoting accessibility in scuba diving: “Expanding Women’s Dive Day into a full month enables us to welcome new and seasoned divers alike into the fold, in one of the world’s most breathtaking locations.”
In support of this initiative, OBLU NATURE Helengeli is offering 20% off a fully inclusive four-night stay during July, with matching discounts on PADI dive courses for women and ELE|NA Ayur spa treatments booked during the event.