

Best for intermediate divers, 15-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Fushifaru South is a drift dive located in the Ari Atoll, featuring a reef drop-off that descends between 15 and 30 metres. Divers access this site by boat to navigate the moderate currents that flow along the wall. Visibility typically ranges from 15 to 30 metres. Due to the potential for currents to strengthen quickly, divers should remain near the reef wall for shelter and confirm pick-up points with the boat crew before entry. This site is suited for intermediate divers comfortable with moving water. Species recorded around this area include Napoleon Wrasse, Spotted Eagle Ray, Giant Moray, and Whitetip Reef Shark.
3.94135, 72.95530
Time your dive to coincide with an incoming current rather than an outgoing one, as this typically pushes you along the reef face rather than away from it. Brief your group on the pick-up point before you enter, since drift dives at this site can carry you further than expected.
Located in Lhaviyani Atoll, accessible by a 35-minute seaplane flight from Velana International Airport.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Oct, Nov
Species recorded around this area include Napoleon Wrasse, Spotted Eagle Ray, Giant Moray, Whitetip Reef Shark, and various angelfish and triggerfish species.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers as it involves drift diving in moderate currents that can strengthen quickly.
The dive takes place along a drop-off at depths ranging from 15 to 30 metres.
This is a boat-access site, and a boat is required to reach the reef.
The main hazards are strong currents and the presence of sharks. Divers should maintain steady movement, avoid approaching sharks, and stay near the reef wall if the current increases.
Diving at Fushifaru South in North Ari Atoll requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Fushifaru South in North Ari Atoll. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Fushifaru South in North Ari Atoll. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Fushifaru South in North Ari Atoll are October and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Fushifaru South in North Ari Atoll. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Fushifaru South in North Ari Atoll typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.