Sunday 18 Oct 2026
MIB's Managing Director and CEO Mufaddal Idris Khumri (R) presents Mohamed Shamoon Ameen (Shumi) with the Outstanding Dive Master Award at the MIB Guesthouse Awards on October 15, 2026. (Photo/MIB)
Mohamed Shamoon Ameen (Shumi), founder of Scuba Butler Fuvahmulah, has won the Outstanding Dive Master Award at the inaugural Maldives Islamic Bank (MIB) Guesthouse Awards 2026.
The award recognizes excellence in dive guiding, with a focus on professionalism, safety, and the delivery of high-quality underwater experiences. It celebrates the contributions of dive masters, divers, and snorkeling guides who play an important role in showcasing the Maldives’ rich marine biodiversity and enhancing the visitor experience.
Through their expertise and commitment to safety, dive professionals help visitors explore the Maldives’ unique underwater environment while promoting responsible marine tourism.
The awards ceremony took place on Thursday at Barceló Nasandhura Maldives, alongside the third MIB Guesthouse Symposium.
Shumi received a cash prize of USD 5,000 along with his award.
Shumi is a Maldivian dive professional and the founder of Scuba Butler. With nearly three decades of experience in diving, marine operations, and luxury hospitality, he has worked as a dive instructor, captain, cruise director, and private dive guide across high-end resorts, liveaboards, and superyachts in the Maldives and abroad.
Throughout his career, Shumi has worked closely with ultra-luxury travelers and UHNW clientele, delivering personalized underwater experiences with a strong focus on safety, discretion, and service excellence.
Passionate about the ocean and marine conservation, he continues to share the unique underwater beauty of the Maldives with travelers from around the world through carefully curated diving expeditions and marine adventures.
The MIB Guesthouse Awards 2026 were introduced to recognize outstanding contributions, achievements, and excellence across the Maldives’ guesthouse tourism sector.
The awards aim to celebrate individuals and businesses that contribute to elevating service standards, strengthening the visitor experience, and supporting the sustainable growth of the country’s tourism industry.
