

Best for beginner divers, 17-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Makunudu Faru is a reef dive located in the North Male Atoll, offering an accessible experience for beginners. The site features depths ranging from 17 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Divers access the reef by boat, where they encounter moderate currents. Visibility typically spans 15 to 30 metres, providing clear views of the reef structure. Water temperatures remain consistent between 28 and 30C throughout the year. Divers should be aware of nurse sharks resting on the reef floor; maintain distance and avoid following them. The site is well-supported by a local dive shop that provides air fills.
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Go out on the morning boat when the current tends to be gentler and the visibility at its best. The dive shop handles air fills on site, so you do not need to bring your own tanks.
The resort is a 45-minute speedboat ride from Velana International Airport.
Recorded at this site
Depth
17-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners and provides exposure to open-water Maldivian diving conditions.
The site ranges from 17 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 20 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to reach the reef.
Visibility ranges from 15 to 30 metres with moderate currents. Water temperatures are stable, ranging from 28 to 30C.
Nurse sharks are present on the reef. Give them space and do not attempt to touch or follow them closely.
Diving at Makunudu Faru in Central Atolls requires the following certifications: PADI Open Water Certification. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Makunudu Faru in Central Atolls. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.