

Best for advanced divers, 31-35m, boat entry, strong current.
Fushi Kandu is a deep channel drift dive in the Vaavu Atoll, requiring advanced skills due to strong currents and potential down currents at depths of 31 to 35 metres. Access is strictly by boat, and divers must maintain precise buoyancy control while navigating the channel. Visibility is consistently 30 metres, providing clear sightlines along the reef. Divers should monitor their depth gauges closely and remain near the reef structure to manage the flow. Given the challenging conditions and the risk of down currents, this site is reserved for experienced divers who are comfortable with drift diving in high-flow environments.
3.46787, 73.65733
Divers must be comfortable with negative entries, reef hooks, and surface marker buoy deployment.
Accessible primarily through specialized dive operators and liveaboards that cater to advanced divers.
Recorded at this site
Depth
31-35m
Visibility
30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Strong
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Dec
No, this site is for advanced divers only due to the strong currents, potential down currents, and the depth of 31 to 35 metres.
Access is by boat only. Divers must coordinate with the boat crew for entry and pick-up plans before starting the dive.
The main hazards are strong currents and down currents that can develop at depth. Divers should stay close to the reef to use it as a current break.
No, this is a deep channel dive site with strong currents and is not suitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Fushi Kandu in Fushi Kandu requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Fushi Kandu in Fushi Kandu. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Fushi Kandu in Fushi Kandu are January, February, March, April, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Fushi Kandu in Fushi Kandu has depths ranging from 31 metres to 35 metres.
Fushi Kandu in Fushi Kandu can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Fushi Kandu in Fushi Kandu typically ranges from 30 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.