

Best for beginner divers, 8-25m, boat entry, mild current.
Baros Faru is a reef dive located 500 metres from shore in the North Male Atoll. Suitable for beginners, the site features a depth range of 8 to 25 metres with mild currents. Divers access the reef by boat, and the site is available for both day and night dives. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres. Divers should maintain neutral buoyancy to avoid contact with sharp hard coral and rocks. Guided tours are available through the on-site dive shop, which is recommended for navigating the reef and locating specific marine life resting areas.
4.28560, 73.41510
Book a guided tour through the on-site dive shop rather than exploring independently, as a guide will know exactly where the nurse sharks and turtles tend to rest. Night dives here are worth arranging in advance since slots fill up quickly.
The resort is located 25 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
8-25m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and a shallow starting depth of 8 metres.
The reef depth ranges from 8 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
This is a boat dive located 500 metres from shore; a boat is required to reach the site.
Yes, night dives are available at this site. It is recommended to book these in advance as slots fill up quickly.
The primary hazard is sharp coral. Divers should maintain good buoyancy to avoid contact with hard coral and rocks, which can cause cuts.
Diving at Baros 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 Baros Faru in Malé. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
Baros Faru in Malé typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Baros Faru in Malé typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.