Velassaru Cave is located on the outside reef at the northern tip of South Male Atoll. The site features a series of overhangs and caves situated between 10 and 30 metres depth, with an average depth of 28 metres. This drift dive is suited to intermediate divers due to the moderate currents and the presence of overhead environments. Divers should be aware of potential surge and the presence of stonefish. Access is by boat only, with typical dive times around 50 minutes. Visibility ranges from 15 to 30 metres, and water temperatures remain consistent between 28 and 30C throughout the year.

Vadoo Caves in the South Male Atoll is a drift dive site characterised by a reef and drop-off topography. Divers can explore the cave structures at depths ranging from 5 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. The site is accessible only by boat and is suitable for intermediate divers due to moderate currents and the overhead environment. Visibility is typically between 25 and 30 metres, and water temperatures remain consistent between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius. The site supports night diving and requires careful navigation around hazards including sharp coral, surge, and potential boat traffic.

Vadoo House Reef is a shore-accessible site located 20 metres from the beach in the South Male Atoll. The reef maintains an average depth of 9 metres, making it suitable for beginners. Divers can expect moderate currents and visibility reaching up to 30 metres. Water temperatures remain consistent between 28C and 30C throughout the year. Night diving is available at this location, with typical dives lasting 45 minutes. Species recorded around this area include emperor angelfish, spotted eagle rays, giant morays, titan triggerfish, and day octopus. Divers should be aware of the presence of sharks and stonefish in the area. Equipment rental and dive shop facilities are available on-site.

Emboodhoo Canyon is a dynamic reef system located in the South Male Atoll, featuring a complex topography of walls, pinnacles, and caves. The site ranges from 5 to 30 metres in depth, with an average of 24 metres. Divers experience strong currents, making this a drift dive that requires careful buoyancy control, particularly when navigating the overhead cave environments. Visibility typically spans 18 to 25 metres, with water temperatures consistently between 29 and 30 degrees Celsius. Access is by boat only, and the site is suited for intermediate divers. Night diving is available. Species recorded around this area include various moray eels, angelfish, reef sharks, and rays.

Bolifushi in the South Male Atoll offers a combination of reef and wreck diving. The site features a reef structure extending from the shallows to 30 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Visibility typically ranges between 15 and 30 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site is suited to intermediate divers. The wreck provides an overhead environment requiring caution and a torch. Currents are generally mild but can increase, so monitoring conditions is essential. Species recorded around this area include various wrasses, triggerfish, moray eels, and reef sharks. Night diving is available at this location, which remains open year-round.

Bolifushi Wreck in the South Male Atoll offers a dual-environment dive featuring a sunken vessel and an adjacent reef. The wreck lies at depths between 4 and 20 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres, making it suitable for intermediate divers. Access is by boat, with the site located 50 metres from shore. Divers experience mild currents and visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres. Water temperatures remain consistent between 28 and 30C. Hazards include sharp metal edges and encrusted coral on the structure, as well as the risk of entanglement. Divers should exercise caution near dark recesses where lionfish may be present.

Alikoe Giri is a reef site in the South Male Atoll featuring a depth range of 1 to 16 metres. The topography consists of both acropora and massive coral formations, which provide structure for reef fish and invertebrates. Diving here requires boat access and is suited for intermediate divers comfortable with moderate currents. Visibility typically ranges from 3 to 10 metres and can shift during a dive. Divers should stay close to the reef for shelter and maintain visual contact with their buddy. Typical dive times are approximately 50 minutes, with water temperatures remaining consistent between 29 and 30C throughout the year.

Embudu Finolhu Outside follows the outer reef wall of the South Male Atoll, where the topography slopes from shallow water down to 30 metres before dropping into the deep. This exposed site is accessible by boat only and is suited for intermediate divers. Visibility typically ranges from 15 to 30 metres. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents that can strengthen quickly along the outer face, as well as abrupt surge near the drop-off edge. It is recommended to time dives with the tide to maintain control along the wall. Always monitor your position relative to the reef and confirm current conditions with your dive operator before entry.