

Best for intermediate divers, 8-23m, boat entry, strong current.
Kuda Badhi Caves in the North Male Atoll offers a varied underwater experience combining reef diving with cave passages and drift sections. Divers navigate depths between 8 and 23 metres, with visibility ranging from 10 to 40 metres. The site is defined by its cave system, which requires careful management of air and depth due to the overhead environment and fading natural light. Strong currents are typical, necessitating boat access and close coordination with a guide. Divers should monitor conditions closely, as the tidal cycle significantly impacts accessibility. This site is suited for intermediate divers comfortable with moving water and overhead environments.
4.47230, 73.69070
Time your entry to coincide with an incoming current rather than fighting an outgoing one, as the drift conditions vary significantly with the tidal cycle. Confirm current direction with your dive guide before descending, as it determines which sections of the cave system are safely accessible.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
8-23m
Visibility
10-40m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Strong
The site features depths ranging from 8 to 23 metres.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the presence of strong currents and overhead cave environments.
Access is by boat only, as the site involves drift sections and requires a boat for entry and exit.
The main hazards include strong currents that can sweep divers away from the entrance and the overhead environment within the caves, which lacks a direct ascent route.
No, this is a dive site featuring cave systems and drift conditions at depths that are not suitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Kuda Badhi Caves in Thulusdhoo requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Kuda Badhi Caves in Thulusdhoo. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
Kuda Badhi Caves in Thulusdhoo can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Kuda Badhi Caves in Thulusdhoo typically ranges from 10 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.