

Best for beginner divers, 2-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Joy Corner in the North Male Atoll is a beginner-friendly boat dive featuring a reef that slopes from 2 metres in the shallows to a maximum depth of 30 metres. The site experiences mild currents, making it suitable for those developing their skills. Divers should exercise caution regarding sharp coral and rocks, particularly in shallower sections, by maintaining neutral buoyancy. Night diving is available at this location. Facilities including air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours are provided. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, various triggerfish, surgeonfish, unicornfish, moray eels, groupers, soldierfish, and snails.
4.52470, 73.65920
The mild current here generally works in your favour as a beginner, but ask your guide which direction the current is running before you enter so you can plan your drift and end the dive close to the boat. Air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours are all available, so you can travel light.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Yes, the site is considered beginner-friendly due to its mild currents and accessible reef topography.
The site ranges from 2 metres in the shallows to 30 metres at its deepest point, with an average depth of 18 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to access the site.
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, triggerfish, surgeonfish, unicornfish, moray eels, groupers, soldierfish, and snails.
While the site is primarily a dive location, the shallow reef sections are accessible for those interested in exploring the upper reef.
Diving at Joy Corner in Malé requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Joy Corner in Malé. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Joy Corner in Malé. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
Joy Corner in Malé typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.