

Best for intermediate divers, 7-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Baarah Caves offers a varied underwater landscape in the North and Central Atolls, featuring a dramatic wall, a reef, and a cave system. Divers can explore depths between 7 and 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Visibility typically ranges from 19 to 30 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site is suited for intermediate divers due to moderate currents and the overhead environment within the caves. Divers should carry a torch for the cave sections, as natural light diminishes quickly. The site is also available for night diving, providing a different perspective on the topography.
6.80760, 73.20010
Time your dive to coincide with an incoming current if you want the best chance of pelagic species like dogtooth tuna and eagle rays pushing along the wall. For the caves, carry a torch even on daytime dives as natural light drops off quickly once you move inside.
The diving centre is located in front of the jetty on Hanimaadhoo island.
Recorded at this site
Depth
7-30m
Visibility
19-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the presence of an overhead environment in the caves and moderate currents along the wall.
The depth ranges from 7 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
This is a boat-only site; a boat is required to reach the location.
Yes, the site is open to both diving and snorkelling activities.
The main hazards include the overhead environment within the caves, where direct ascent is not possible, and currents that can strengthen with little warning.
Diving at Baarah Caves in Hanimaadhoo requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Baarah Caves in Hanimaadhoo. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
Expect moderate currents at Baarah Caves in Hanimaadhoo. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Baarah Caves in Hanimaadhoo typically ranges from 19 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.