

Best for intermediate divers, 6-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Maaya Lagoon in the Ari Atoll offers a diverse underwater landscape featuring reef slopes, a pinnacle, wall sections, and a cave. Accessible only by boat, this site is suited for intermediate divers due to moderate currents and the presence of an overhead environment within the cave. Depths range from 6 to 30 metres, with an average of 24 metres. Visibility typically spans 15 to 30 metres. Divers should be aware of potential hazards including surge, strong currents, and stonefish resting on the reef. Night diving is available, providing a different perspective of the site's varied topography. Always monitor your position and follow your guide's lead in the cave.
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Time your dive to work with the prevailing current rather than fight it, as conditions can shift quickly and strong surges are possible around the pinnacle and wall. Check locally for current updates on the day, since conditions at this site can vary significantly from one tide to the next.
Located 8km northwest of the island of Bodufolhudhoo.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Dec
The site ranges from 6 to 30 metres deep, with an average depth of 24 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents, surge, and an overhead cave environment.
Access to Maaya Lagoon is by boat only.
The site is primarily a dive location with depths reaching 30 metres and overhead environments, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Hazards include strong currents, surge, an overhead cave environment, and stonefish that rest on the reef surface.
Diving at Maaya Lagoon in Bodufolhudhoo requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Maaya Lagoon in Bodufolhudhoo. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Maaya Lagoon in Bodufolhudhoo are January, February, March, April, May, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Maaya Lagoon in Bodufolhudhoo. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Maaya Lagoon in Bodufolhudhoo typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.