

Best for intermediate divers, 10-30m, boat entry, strong current.
Meradhoo Kandu is a channel dive in the Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll characterised by strong currents and a wall that drops to 30 metres. Divers typically experience depths between 10 and 30 metres with visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres. Access is exclusively by boat, and the site is suited for intermediate divers capable of managing buoyancy in shifting flows. The topography features a reef structure that benefits from incoming currents, which often improve visibility. Divers should monitor their depth and no-decompression limits closely throughout the 50-minute dive. Due to the potential for rapidly accelerating currents and the presence of sharks, maintaining calm, controlled movement is essential.
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Time your dive around the incoming current if possible, as it tends to push marine life up and over the reef edge where visibility is at its best. Confirm current direction and strength with your boat crew before descending, as Kandu channels can change character significantly between tides.
Meradhoo Kandu is a channel on the western side of Huvadhoo Atoll in front of Meradhoo island.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May
Sharks are present at this site. Divers should maintain calm, controlled movement and avoid approaching them.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the strong currents and the requirement for precise buoyancy control.
The site ranges from 10 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site; a boat is required for access.
This site is designed for diving, and the strong currents and depth make it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Meradhoo Kandu in Meradhoo Kandu requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Meradhoo Kandu in Meradhoo Kandu. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Meradhoo Kandu in Meradhoo Kandu are January, February, March, April, and May. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Meradhoo Kandu in Meradhoo Kandu can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Meradhoo Kandu in Meradhoo Kandu typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.