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    Alidhoo Caves dive site
    cave
    20m
    Beginner
    Baa Atoll, Maldives
    Ha. Baarah Sarahahdhu

    Alidhoo Caves

    Best months: Jul–Nov

    Protected Area

    Ha. Baarah Sarahahdhu

    Why dive here

    Alidhoo Caves is a cave dive where divers can encounter blue sharks, sea turtles and spinner dolphins. Water ranges 29-31°C, warmest March, April, May.

    Best timeJul–Nov
    WetsuitNo wetsuit needed, or a rash guard
    Marine lifeBlue Sharks, Sea Turtles and Spinner Dolphins
    Water29-31°C · warmest March, April, May
    CharacterCave dive · max 20m
    StandoutDramatic cave topography

    Alidhoo Caves is a straightforward dive, perfect for newer divers looking to explore the overhead environment. The maximum depth is around 20 metres, with several small caverns and overhangs to peek into. You'll often find nurse sharks resting inside the bigger caves and plenty of schooling fish outside. It’s a comfortable dive, good for getting your buoyancy dialed in.

    Typical Alidhoo Caves Dive Profile

    10m20mSafety Stop0m20m max~30 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Depth of 20m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.

    Overhead environment - never enter without proper cave/cavern training, redundant equipment, and a guideline.

    Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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    Dive shops near Alidhoo Caves

    Diverland Hondaafushi

    8km away
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    Hanimaadhoo Dive & Watersports

    9km away
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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Alidhoo Caves

    Alidhoo Caves Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Alidhoo Caves, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (5.8, 73.2) (7km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    29°C

    85°F · Range: 28.5–30.5°C

    Current Speed

    14 cm/s

    Direction: E (90°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.155 mg/m³

    Clear water

    Salinity

    35.33 PSU

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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