

Best for advanced divers, Up to 24m, boat entry, strong current.
Hulangu Kandu is a channel dive in the North Male Atoll that combines reef, wall, and drift elements. The site extends to a depth of 24 metres, with deeper water beyond the channel. Due to the strong currents that can accelerate with little warning, this site is strictly for advanced divers. Boat access is required, and divers must plan entry and exit points carefully with their guide. Conditions can shift between visits, and the use of a surface marker buoy during safety stops is essential for boat retrieval. The site is best experienced when timing the dive with the incoming current.
4.26880, 73.35170
Time your dive around the incoming current to position yourself at the channel mouth when water is pushing through, as this is when shark activity tends to peak. Confirm current direction and strength with your dive guide before descending, as conditions at kandu sites can change quickly.
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Depth
Up to 24m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Strong
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Dec
The site reaches a maximum depth of 24 metres, with deeper water located beyond the channel.
No, Hulangu Kandu requires an advanced certification due to the strong currents present in the channel.
Access is by boat only. Divers must coordinate entry and exit points with their guide before descending.
Water temperatures range between 28C and 30C throughout the year.
The primary hazard is the strong current, which can change in direction and strength quickly. Divers should deploy a surface marker buoy during safety stops.
Diving at Hulangu Kandu in Malé requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Hulangu Kandu in Malé. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Hulangu Kandu in Malé are January, February, March, April, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.