

Best for intermediate divers, 5-21m, boat entry, moderate current.
Amin Faru is a wall and reef site in the South Male Atoll featuring a drift dive profile. The wall begins at 5 metres and descends to 21 metres, covered in hard and soft corals. Visibility ranges from 15 to 30 metres. Divers should expect moderate currents that can shift to strong with little warning, requiring proximity to the guide and potential use of reef hooks. Surge can push divers toward sharp coral, so maintaining distance from the wall is essential. The site is suitable for intermediate divers and supports night diving. Tidal movement dictates the best conditions for this drift dive.
4.25480, 73.35610
Time your dive around tidal movement rather than the clock, as the best manta and eagle ray sightings at Amin Faru tend to coincide with an active current. Speak to your dive centre about current conditions before jumping in, as moderate can shift quickly toward strong at this site.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-21m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
The site features reef fish, napoleon wrasse, reef sharks, southern eagle rays, and reef manta rays.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the drift conditions and currents that can shift from moderate to strong.
The wall structure extends from 5 metres down to a depth of 21 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site.
Hazards include sharp coral, surge, and currents that can become strong without warning.
Diving at Amin Faru in Malé requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Amin Faru in Malé. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
Expect moderate currents at Amin Faru in Malé. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Amin Faru in Malé typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.