

Best for beginner divers, 12-20m, boat entry.
Coral Garden is a reef dive site in the Baa Atoll, Maldives, accessible only by boat. The site features depths between 12 and 20 metres and is suitable for beginners, as it typically lacks strong currents. Visibility varies between 10 and 30 metres. The topography includes swim-throughs and cave-like sections that create overhead environments; beginners should remain in open water areas unless accompanied by a guide. Sharks are present at this site, so divers should move calmly and avoid sudden movements. Water temperatures remain consistent throughout the year, ranging from 28 to 30 degrees Celsius.
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Position yourself on the sandy channels rather than directly on the reef to watch eagle rays and other passing species that follow these natural corridors.
15-minute boat ride from Kuda Huraa resort.
Recorded at this site
Depth
12-20m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
None
Best Time
Feb, Mar, Apr
Yes, the site is considered beginner-friendly due to the lack of strong currents, though divers should stay in open water to avoid the overhead environments present on the reef.
The site depths range from 12 to 20 metres.
Access to Coral Garden is by boat only.
Sharks are present on this reef. Divers should move calmly and avoid sudden movements if a shark approaches.
The site is described as a reef dive accessed by boat, and no specific information is provided regarding snorkelling.
Diving at Coral Garden in Naifaru requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Coral Garden in Naifaru. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Coral Garden in Naifaru are February, March, and April. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Visibility at Coral Garden in Naifaru typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.