

Best for intermediate divers, 5-40m, boat entry, strong current.
Rakheedo in the Vaavu Atoll is a complex site featuring a dramatic wall and drop-off that descends to 40 metres. The topography includes a cave system, providing an overhead environment that requires careful air management. This is a boat-based drift dive where strong, unpredictable currents are common. Visibility ranges from 15 to 40 metres, allowing for clear views of the reef structure. The site is suited for intermediate divers who are comfortable with currents and overhead environments. Marine life in this habitat includes a variety of reef fish and invertebrates typical of the Maldives. A surface marker buoy is essential for all divers at this location.
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Given the strong and sometimes unpredictable currents, always brief with your guide before entering the water and confirm the planned exit point. A surface marker buoy is essential kit here.
The site is located at the southern end of Vaavu Atoll and is typically done as a drift dive.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-40m
Visibility
15-40m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Strong
The habitat supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the strong, unpredictable currents and the presence of overhead environments in the cave sections.
The site features a wall and drop-off that reaches depths of 40 metres, with diving typically occurring between 5 and 40 metres.
Rakheedo is a boat-based dive site; a boat is required to access the location.
This site is primarily a dive location due to the depth of the wall and the presence of strong currents.
Diving at Rakheedo in Rakeedhoo Corner requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Rakheedo in Rakeedhoo Corner. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
Rakheedo in Rakeedhoo Corner can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Rakheedo in Rakeedhoo Corner typically ranges from 15 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.