You want currents and pelagics; your partner wants calm beauty and easy days. Here’s how to make both happy.

Pick the Right Base

• Choose resorts with short boat rides to channels/walls, and a swimmable lagoon for non-divers.
• Look for house-reef access plus a strong spa/activities lineup.

Pair Every Dive with a Treat

• AM channel dive → brunch + spa for your partner
• PM manta or shark cruise (seasonal) → sunset cinema together
• Non-diver day: cooking class, art workshop, glass-bottom boat

Seasons & Skills

• Channels = more current. Consider Baa (mantas in season) or South Ari (whale sharks year-round) for bucket-list days.

Logistics

• Bring cert cards/medicals; expect briefings and drift procedures.
• Non-divers should have reef shoes, rash vest, and a simple snorkel set.