

Best for intermediate divers, 2-25m, boat entry, strong current.
Holhi Wall is a vertical reef drop-off in the North Male Atoll, offering depths between 2 and 25 metres. This site is accessed by boat and is suited for intermediate divers due to strong currents that can accelerate quickly. The topography features a wall face with sponges and coral, providing habitat for crabs, shrimps, and nudibranchs. Visibility typically ranges from 25 to 30 metres. Divers should monitor their depth closely as the wall drops beyond 25 metres. Tiger sharks are present in the deeper sections of the site. Night diving is also available, offering a different perspective of the reef structure.
4.50990, 73.63390
Time your dive to arrive at the wall as the current begins to run rather than at full strength, as this gives you more time to work the reef before committing to the drift. Check current conditions locally on the day, as they can shift direction depending on tidal state.
Typically dived from a boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 25m
Visibility
25-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Strong
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Dec
Species recorded around this area include giant moray, titan triggerfish, wrasses, spotted unicornfish, threadfin butterflyfish, porcupinefish, redtooth triggerfish, groupers, striped surgeonfish, powder-blue surgeonfish, soldierfish, and grunt. Tiger sharks are also present in the deeper water.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers. The strong currents and deep wall require good buoyancy control and experience with drift diving.
The site ranges from 2 to 25 metres, though the wall drops deeper than 25 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site.
The site is primarily a dive location due to the wall topography, depth, and strong currents.
Diving at Holhi Wall in Malé requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Holhi Wall in Malé. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Holhi Wall in Malé are January, February, March, April, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Holhi Wall in Malé can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Holhi Wall in Malé typically ranges from 25 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.