

Best for intermediate divers, boat entry, moderate current.
Fotteyo Kandu is a channel dive in the North Male Atoll consisting of a reef and pinnacle system. Divers typically access the site by boat, with dives lasting approximately 45 minutes. Conditions feature moderate currents that can shift quickly, requiring divers to stay close to their guide and use the reef for shelter if necessary. Visibility ranges from 15 to 30 metres. Due to the nature of the channel currents and potential for rapid changes, this site is suited for intermediate divers. Always signal clearly with a surface marker buoy when surfacing to avoid boat traffic, and avoid contact with sharp coral structures.
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Time your dive around the incoming current if possible, as it tends to push cleaner, clearer water onto the reef and concentrates reef fish around the pinnacle. Confirm current conditions with your boat crew on the day, as channel currents can shift quickly.
Access via resort day trips or liveaboard expeditions from Vaavu Atoll.
Recorded at this site
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Dec
No, this site is recommended for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents that can develop quickly in the channel.
Access to Fotteyo Kandu is by boat only.
Visibility at Fotteyo Kandu ranges between 15 and 30 metres.
Hazards include boat traffic, sharp coral, and strong currents that can develop quickly.
This site is a channel dive designed for scuba diving; it is not suitable for snorkelling due to the depth and current conditions.
Diving at Fotteyo Kandu in Malé requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Fotteyo Kandu in Malé. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Fotteyo Kandu in Malé are January, February, March, April, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.