Alidhoo Caves
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 29-30°C, warmest March, April, May.
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
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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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Alidhoo Caves
Alidhoo Caves Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Alidhoo Caves, sourced from Copernicus Marine satellite data
August Averages
Sea Temperature
29.24°C
85°F
Current Speed
13.89 cm/s
Direction: SE (120.3°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.205 mg/m³
Clear water
Salinity
35.06 PSU
Data sources: Copernicus Marine Service (EU)
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