

Best for intermediate divers, 15-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Devana Kanu in the Vaavu Atoll is a multifaceted site featuring a reef wall, pinnacle, and drift diving. Divers typically explore between 15 and 30 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. The site is suited for intermediate divers capable of managing moderate currents, which can create unpredictable eddies around the pinnacle. Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres. Access is by boat only, and it is essential to assess current direction from the vessel before entry. Species recorded around this area include whitetip reef sharks, nurse sharks, spotted eagle rays, emperor angelfish, and various moray eels, alongside reef fish and invertebrates.
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The channel entrance is a gathering point for grey reef sharks, which can be seen in groups of 30 or more during the right tidal conditions.
Accessible via liveaboard vessels.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Species recorded around this area include whitetip reef sharks, nurse sharks, spotted eagle rays, emperor angelfish, giant morays, and various reef fish such as wrasses and unicornfish.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the moderate currents and the potential for unpredictable eddies around the pinnacle.
The site ranges from 15 to 30 metres deep, with an average depth of 25 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site; you must remain close to the vessel on the surface before and after your dive.
This site is designated for diving, and the depth and current conditions make it unsuitable for snorkelling.
The main hazards are the deep profile and strong currents that can develop quickly. Always monitor your bottom time and air reserves closely.
Diving at Devana Kanu in Devana Kanu requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Devana Kanu in Devana Kanu. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Devana Kanu in Devana Kanu are January, February, March, and April. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Devana Kanu in Devana Kanu. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Devana Kanu in Devana Kanu typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.