

Best for intermediate divers, 5-17m, boat entry, moderate current.
Kurali Kandu is a channel dive in Meemu Atoll, Maldives, offering a drift along coral-covered reef terrain. Divers and snorkellers typically explore depths between 5 and 17 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. Access is by boat only, located 1000 metres from shore. The site experiences moderate currents, which can strengthen quickly, requiring careful monitoring of your position. Visibility ranges from 15 to 25 metres. This site is suitable for intermediate divers and is also available for night diving. Water temperatures remain consistent between 29 and 30C throughout the year. Always maintain close contact with your divemaster and follow the agreed bail-out plan due to shifting conditions.
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Time your dive to coincide with an incoming current, which tends to funnel pelagic life like manta rays into the channel and gives you a cleaner drift along the reef. Conditions can shift quickly in kandu dives, so stay close to your divemaster and agree on a bail-out plan before you descend.
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Depth
5-17m
Visibility
15-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the channel environment and potential for currents to strengthen quickly.
The site ranges from 5 to 17 metres in depth, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Kurali Kandu is a boat-only site located 1000 metres from shore.
Yes, the site is open to both diving and snorkelling activities.
Hazards include strong currents that can accelerate quickly, low visibility, and the presence of sharks and rays. Divers should monitor their position relative to the reef and maintain contact with their buddy.
Diving at Kurali Kandu in Central Atolls requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Kurali Kandu in Central Atolls. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
Expect moderate currents at Kurali Kandu in Central Atolls. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Kurali Kandu in Central Atolls typically ranges from 15 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.