

Best for intermediate divers, 12-20m, boat entry, strong current.
Short Cut Channel in Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll is a drift dive through a Maldivian channel. Divers experience strong currents that carry them along the reef walls. The site ranges from 12 to 20 metres in depth, with an average of 16 metres. Visibility varies between 10 and 30 metres depending on conditions. This site requires boat access and is suitable for intermediate divers. Due to the strong currents, a surface marker buoy is essential, and divers should coordinate closely with their boat crew for pickup. The habitat supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region.
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Drift direction and intensity at Short Cut Channel shifts with the tide, so brief with your divemaster before entering and agree on your exit point and pickup position with the boat crew. Descend quickly once in the water to avoid being pushed off course before you've settled your depth.
The site is a narrow channel in Gaafu Dhaalu, situated north of Meradhoo Kandu.
Recorded at this site
Depth
12-20m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Strong
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May
The site supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the strong currents present in the channel.
The depth ranges from 12 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 16 metres.
This is a boat-access site; a boat is required for entry and pickup.
Strong currents are the primary concern. Divers should descend promptly, stay close to their guide, and carry a surface marker buoy for boat tracking.
Diving at Short Cut Channel in Short Cut Channel requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Short Cut Channel in Short Cut Channel. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Short Cut Channel in Short Cut Channel are January, February, March, April, and May. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Short Cut Channel in Short Cut Channel can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Short Cut Channel in Short Cut Channel typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.