

Best for intermediate divers, 4-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Uthuru Ethere Faru is a reef and wall dive in the South Male Atoll, offering a varied underwater topography that suits intermediate divers. The site features a shallow reef top starting at 4 metres, which descends to 30 metres and beyond. Divers navigate this area via boat, managing moderate currents that often strengthen during incoming tides. The reef structure supports blue and green sponges alongside coral growth. Marine life recorded at this site includes surgeonfish, blue-lined snapper, green puller, and giant moray. Nurse sharks and whitetip sharks are also regularly encountered. Due to shifting visibility and current conditions, divers should coordinate closely with their guide and confirm local tide tables before entry.
4.23380, 73.38710
Current at Uthuru Ethere Faru tends to run strongest on the incoming tide, which also tends to bring better water clarity, so timing your boat entry around the tide tables is worth the effort. Confirm current conditions with your dive operator before heading out, as visibility can vary considerably.
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No known hazards
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
4-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Divers can encounter surgeonfish, blue-lined snapper, green puller, and giant moray. Nurse sharks and whitetip sharks are also regularly seen at this site.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents and the wall topography.
The site ranges from a shallow reef top at 4 metres down to 30 metres and deeper.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to access the site.
Nurse sharks and whitetip sharks are present. Divers should observe them from a distance and avoid blocking their path.
Diving at Uthuru Ethere Faru in Malé requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Uthuru Ethere Faru in Malé. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
Expect moderate currents at Uthuru Ethere Faru in Malé. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.