

Best for advanced divers, 10-43m, boat entry, strong current.
Golden Wall in the Vaavu Atoll is a deep drift dive that requires advanced skills due to strong currents. The wall drops from 10 metres to a maximum depth of 43 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. Divers access the site by boat, which is required for the drift. Visibility typically ranges between 15 and 30 metres. The site is suitable for night diving for experienced divers comfortable in current. Divers should monitor their position relative to the reef and be prepared to deploy a surface marker buoy upon ascent. Water temperatures remain consistent between 28 and 30C throughout the year.
3.44640, 73.60320
Time your entry to coincide with an incoming current rather than fighting an outflow, as the wall produces far more pelagic action when water is pushing onto the reef. Confirm current direction with your boat crew before descending, as conditions can shift quickly in this area.
The site is located in Kasavaru Kandu at the north end of Vaavu Atoll and is accessed via boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-43m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
45 min
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the strong currents and deep wall topography.
The wall ranges from 10 metres at the top to 43 metres at the base, with an average dive depth of 25 metres.
This is a boat dive located 1000 metres from shore, and a boat is required for the drift.
The main hazards are strong currents that can accelerate quickly and the presence of sharks.
This site is designed as a deep drift dive and is not suitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Golden Wall in Lhiththolhu Kandu requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Golden Wall in Lhiththolhu Kandu. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
Golden Wall in Lhiththolhu Kandu can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Golden Wall in Lhiththolhu Kandu typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.