

Best for advanced divers, Up to 30m, boat entry, strong current.
Gaaerifaru Kandu is a channel dive in the Baa Atoll featuring a thila that touches the channel edge. The topography includes sandy bottoms, ridges along the channel sides, and small overhangs. Divers should expect strong currents, making this site suitable for advanced divers only. Access is by boat, and the site reaches depths of up to 30 metres with visibility also reaching 30 metres. Water temperatures remain consistent between 28C and 30C throughout the year. Hazards include boat traffic, strong currents, and the presence of lionfish and sharks.
5.50570, 73.42120
Snorkeling is regulated and guided, and the site is only accessible for snorkeling.
Access is via liveaboard boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 30m
Visibility
Up to 30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Strong
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
No, this site is suited to advanced divers due to the strong currents present in the channel.
Access to Gaaerifaru Kandu is by boat only.
The site reaches depths of up to 30 metres.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic, strong currents, and the presence of lionfish and sharks.
Diving at Gaaerifaru Kandu in Malé requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Gaaerifaru Kandu in Malé. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Gaaerifaru Kandu in Malé are May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Gaaerifaru Kandu in Malé can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Gaaerifaru Kandu in Malé can reach up to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.