

Best for beginner divers, 10-25m, boat entry, mild current.
The Aquarium is a sheltered reef site in Baa Atoll, Maldives, featuring a sloping reef that descends to a maximum depth of 25 metres. Divers typically experience an average depth of 15 metres with visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres. Access to this site is by boat only, and conditions are generally characterised by mild currents. The site is suitable for beginner divers, with a typical dive duration of 60 minutes. Hazards to be aware of include sharks, sharp coral, and the potential for strong currents. Water temperatures remain consistent throughout the year, ranging between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius.
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The site is considered good enough to explore one time by some, while others find it interesting enough to visit more than once.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
10-25m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Dec
The site is home to schools of reef fish, including blue-striped and humpback snappers. Divers may also encounter hawksbill turtles, rays, and guitarfish at the deeper coral blocks.
Yes, The Aquarium is considered suitable for beginner divers, offering a sheltered environment with mild currents.
The reef slopes down to a maximum depth of 25 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site; a boat is required to reach the location.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow sections of the sloping reef may be accessible for snorkelling depending on boat operations.
Diving at The Aquarium in Aquarium requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at The Aquarium in Aquarium. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit The Aquarium in Aquarium are January, February, March, April, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
The Aquarium in Aquarium typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at The Aquarium in Aquarium typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.