

Best for beginner divers, 4-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Rosewood Faru is a drift reef dive in the South Male Atoll, suitable for beginner divers. The site features a reef structure that slopes from shallow tops at 4 metres down to a maximum depth of 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Divers can expect mild currents, though these can increase, requiring close attention to guides and the use of surface marker buoys. Visibility typically ranges between 15 and 30 metres. Access is by boat, and divers should coordinate exit points with the crew prior to descent. Water temperatures remain consistent at 29 to 30C throughout the year.
3.92540, 73.35010
Because this is a drift dive, time your entry with the current direction rather than fighting it back to the boat. Let the boat crew know your planned exit point before you descend so the pickup is smooth.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
4-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though divers should be comfortable with drift diving and managing their depth along the reef slope.
The site ranges from 4 metres at the reef top to a maximum of 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
This is a boat dive located 1500 metres from shore; a boat is required for access.
Hazards include boat traffic at the surface, sharp coral, and currents that can become strong. Divers should use a surface marker buoy and avoid contact with the reef.
Diving at Rosewood Faru in Guraidhoo requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Rosewood Faru in Guraidhoo. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
Rosewood Faru in Guraidhoo typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Rosewood Faru in Guraidhoo typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.