

Best for beginner divers, 2-20m, boat entry, mild current.
Maafaru in the Baa Atoll offers a varied underwater landscape featuring reef, drift, and cave topography. Suitable for beginners, the site ranges from 2 to 20 metres in depth with an average of 10 metres. Visibility typically spans 15 to 30 metres, providing clear views of the reef structure. Access is exclusively by boat, located 6 kilometres from shore. While currents are generally mild, they can strengthen quickly, necessitating close attention to your dive guide. Divers should maintain neutral buoyancy to avoid sharp coral edges and remain vigilant for stonefish and lionfish camouflaged against the reef surface.
5.67370, 72.86080
Boat is the only way in, so confirm your departure time in advance and ask your operator which tidal window they prefer for the calmest entry. Currents can strengthen with little warning at this site, so keep your dive guide in sight throughout the dive.
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Depth
Up to 20m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is well-suited for beginners due to its mild currents and manageable depths, though divers should remain close to their guide as conditions can change.
The site features depths ranging from 2 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Access is by boat only, as the site is located 6000 metres from the shore.
Hazards include sharp coral, strong currents that can build quickly, and camouflaged marine life such as stonefish and lionfish.
The site is primarily a dive location requiring boat access, and its topography includes caves and drift sections suited for diving.
Diving at Maafaru in Un’goofaaru requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Maafaru in Un’goofaaru. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
Maafaru in Un’goofaaru typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Maafaru in Un’goofaaru typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.