

Best for beginner divers, 15-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Kumadu is a reef and drop-off site in the Baa Atoll, Maldives, offering depths between 15 and 30 metres. The site is suitable for beginners due to its mild currents and visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres. Divers access the site by boat, which is required for entry. The topography features a wall structure where surge and swell can occur near the edge, requiring careful positioning. This location is also suitable for night diving. Species recorded around this area include Napoleon Wrasse, Emperor Angelfish, Spotted Eagle Ray, Giant Moray, and various wrasses, though these are not confirmed at this specific site.
5.28127, 73.14050
Keep an eye on the surge, particularly near the drop-off edge, as swell can push you unexpectedly close to the reef wall. A good briefing from your boat crew will confirm the safest area to descend for the conditions on the day.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
15-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Species recorded around this area include Napoleon Wrasse, Emperor Angelfish, Spotted Eagle Ray, Giant Moray, Clown Triggerfish, Titan Triggerfish, Regal Angelfish, Snowflake Moray, Day Octopus, Yellow-edged Moray, Lunartail Grouper, various wrasses, Checkerboard Wrasse, and Powder-blue Surgeonfish.
Yes, Kumadu is considered suitable for beginner divers due to the mild currents and manageable reef structure.
The site reaches depths of 15 to 30 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to access the site.
The site is primarily described as a dive site with depths starting at 15 metres, making it less suitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Kumadu in Kumadu requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Kumadu in Kumadu. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
Kumadu in Kumadu typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Kumadu in Kumadu typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.