

Best for intermediate divers, Up to 30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Finolhu Faru is a reef and wall dive located in the South Male Atoll. The site features a wall that drops to a depth of 30 metres, suitable for intermediate divers. Conditions include moderate currents and visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres, with water temperatures consistently between 29 and 30C. Access is by boat only, and divers should monitor the current direction to drift along the wall. Species recorded around this area include spotted eagle rays, Napoleon wrasse, hawksbill sea turtles, whitetip reef sharks, and various moray eels. Divers should remain aware of the depth and potential for strengthening currents throughout the 50-minute dive.
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Check the current direction before you descend and position yourself to drift along the wall rather than across it. Your operator will have reliable information on the best windows within the day, so ask them before gearing up.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Species recorded around this area include spotted eagle rays, Napoleon wrasse, hawksbill sea turtles, whitetip reef sharks, and several species of moray eels.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the wall topography and the presence of moderate, sometimes strengthening currents.
The wall at Finolhu Faru drops to a maximum depth of 30 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site; you must coordinate with your operator for access.
This site is primarily a wall dive for scuba divers and is not described as a snorkel location.
Diving at Finolhu Faru in Maafushi requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Finolhu Faru in Maafushi. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
Expect moderate currents at Finolhu Faru in Maafushi. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Finolhu Faru in Maafushi typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.