

Best for beginner divers, 8-30m, boat entry, variable current.
Ookolhu Faru is a reef site in the Baa Atoll, Maldives, offering depths between 8 and 30 metres with an average of 12 metres. The site is accessible only by boat and is suitable for beginner divers. The reef features shallower sections at 8 metres, allowing for controlled buoyancy, before sloping down to 30 metres. Visibility is variable, ranging from 10 to 30 metres, and currents can fluctuate. Divers should assess the current upon arrival, as stronger water movement is often associated with the presence of local marine life. It is recommended to stay near the shallower reef sections until the current conditions are established.
5.29480, 73.62210
Reef manta rays tend to appear when current is running, so if conditions feel a little lively on arrival, that can actually work in your favour. Keep your group together near the shallower sections of the reef until you get a feel for how the current is moving.
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Depth
8-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Variable
Yes, the site is well-suited to beginner divers, with shallower reef sections starting at 8 metres.
The reef depth ranges from 8 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Ookolhu Faru is a boat-only dive site; a boat is required to reach the location.
Water temperatures at the site range from 28C to 30C throughout the year.
Diving at Ookolhu Faru in Northern Atolls requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Ookolhu Faru in Northern Atolls. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.