

Best for intermediate divers, 20-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Olhuveli Out is a boat-access drift dive located in the South Male Atoll, featuring a wall and reef system that descends to depths between 20 and 30 metres. Divers experience moderate currents along the reef face, with visibility typically ranging from 15 to 30 metres. This site is suitable for intermediate divers who can manage drift conditions and depth. Night diving is available, offering a different perspective of the wall. Facilities including air fills, equipment rental, and a dive shop are available nearby. Species recorded around this area include spotted eagle rays, Napoleon wrasse, hawksbill sea turtles, whitetip reef sharks, and various moray eels.
3.86742, 73.46815
Time your dive around incoming current if you can, as this tends to bring clearer water along the wall. The depth and drift conditions mean a surface marker buoy is worth having on every dive here.
Daily trips organized by boat from Maafushi.
Recorded at this site
Depth
20-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec
Species recorded around this area include spotted eagle rays, Napoleon wrasse, hawksbill sea turtles, whitetip reef sharks, Titan triggerfish, and various moray eels.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth of 20 to 30 metres and the presence of moderate drift currents.
The site reaches depths of 20 to 30 metres.
This is a boat-access site located 1000 metres from shore; a boat is required to reach the reef.
The site is primarily a drift dive for scuba divers, with depths reaching 30 metres.
Hazards include deep water, strong currents that can develop quickly, and surge. Divers should monitor their air and bottom time, and use a surface marker buoy.
Diving at Olhuveli Out in Guraidhoo requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Olhuveli Out in Guraidhoo. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Olhuveli Out in Guraidhoo. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Olhuveli Out in Guraidhoo are January, February, March, April, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Olhuveli Out in Guraidhoo. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Olhuveli Out in Guraidhoo typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.