

Best for intermediate divers, 10-14m, boat entry, strong current.
Madigaa is a reef and pinnacle site located in the North Channel of Ari Atoll. The topography features a large coral block that serves as a cleaning station, rising from a depth of 14 metres to a top at 10 metres. This site is strictly a boat dive, suited for intermediate divers due to the presence of strong currents. Visibility at the site typically ranges from 15 to 40 metres, with water temperatures remaining consistent between 28C and 30C throughout the year. Divers should be prepared for drift conditions while navigating this pinnacle structure.
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On many evenings, floodlights on the Maldives Master ocean deck illuminate the water to attract plankton, which draws manta rays and whale sharks.
Access is via liveaboard vessel.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-14m
Visibility
15-40m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Apr, Nov
The site has a depth range of 10 to 14 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the strong currents encountered here.
Access to Madigaa is by boat only.
The best months to dive at this site are April and November.
The primary hazard at this site is the strong current.
Diving at Madigaa in Malé requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Madigaa in Malé. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Madigaa in Malé are April and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Madigaa in Malé can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Madigaa in Malé typically ranges from 15 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.