Best Dives Maldives has been named the Gold winner in the Leading Adventure/Sports Tour Operator category at the 10th edition of South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2026. The Silver Winners of the category were: CHE Adventure Park.

Held at Barceló Nasandhura Malé, the milestone SATA 2026 Grand Gala brought together leading tourism and hospitality professionals from across South Asia and the region.

About Best Dives Maldives 

Best Dives Maldives is a premier operator headquartered in Hulhumalé, managing dive and watersports centers across top luxury resorts. With over two decades of leadership, the company specializes in high-end marine activity management and bespoke ocean experiences. Offerings include PADI 5-Star diving courses, state-of-the-art watersports, semi-submarine tours, ocean excursions, and private yacht charters. Aligning with Green Fins and DAN Europe, it combines five-star hospitality, top-tier safety, and eco-friendly practices. By delivering tailored service and world-class equipment, the brand remains a leading authority in Maldivian adventure tourism. 

About CHE Adventure Park 

Located along the Kelani River in Hanwella, Sri Lanka, CHE Adventure Park is a premier 15-acre outdoor adventure destination and training facility. The park offers thrills like whitewater rafting, zip-lining, paintballing, high-rope courses, and glamping. Specializing in customized corporate outbound training (OBT) and team-building workshops run by expert facilitators, it uniquely combines nature-based adventure, strict safety standards, and professional leadership development for groups and families. 

SATA 2026 Partners include: 

1. Host Partner – Barceló Nasandhura Malé

2. Destination Partner – Visit Maldives Corporation 

3. Platinum Partner – Gulf Craft Maldives

4. Gold Partner – Hawks Pvt Ltd

5. Gold Partner – Allied Insurance Company of the Maldives 

6. Beverage Partner – Nescafe

7.Silver Partner – Velana International Airport

8. Silver Partner – Marine Vibe

9. Silver Partner – Pro AC

10. Digital Partner – Dhiraagu 

11. Printing Partner – Print Lab Creative

12. Hospitality Partner – Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan (Bangladesh)

13. Hospitality Partner – Hulhule Island Hotel (Maldives)

14. Hospitality Partner – Zhiwaling Heritage (Bhutan)

15. Hospitality Partner –  Aarya Hotel & Spa (Nepal)

16. Hospitality Partner – Sheraton Grand Bangalore at Brigade Gateway (India)

17. Hospitality Partner – Cinnamon Grand Colombo (Sri Lanka)

About SATA

The South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) is an annual platform celebrating excellence across the travel, tourism and hospitality industries in South Asia. The awards recognise outstanding hotels, resorts, travel companies, tourism organisations and industry professionals for their achievements and contributions to the region's tourism sector.

For more information, please visit: www.southasiantravelawards.com