

Best for advanced divers, 20-40m, boat entry, strong current.
Maarehaa Kandu is a challenging channel dive in Gaafu Alifu Atoll, Maldives, suited exclusively for advanced divers. The site features a drift environment with strong, unpredictable currents that can accelerate quickly. Divers typically explore depths between 20 and 40 metres, with visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Access is by boat only, and divers must be prepared to deploy a surface marker buoy before ascent. Due to the presence of sharks and significant water movement, maintaining buoyancy control and staying close to the group is essential. Plan your entry around slack water or the early stages of an incoming current for a more controlled experience.
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Time your dive for slack water or the early stages of an incoming current if you want a more controlled drift through the channel. Confirm current direction with your boat crew before entering, as conditions here can shift quickly.
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Depth
20-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Strong
No, this site is rated for advanced divers due to strong, unpredictable currents and significant depths.
Divers typically operate at depths between 20 and 40 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site; boat access is required to reach the channel.
The main hazards include strong, shifting currents and the presence of sharks. Divers should maintain calm movements and be prepared to abort the dive if conditions change.
No, this site is a deep channel dive intended for scuba diving, not snorkelling.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Maarehaa Kandu in Maarehaa Kandu. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
Maarehaa Kandu in Maarehaa Kandu can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Maarehaa Kandu in Maarehaa Kandu typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.