Alidhoo Caves - Baa Atoll

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.

Location
Baa Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean & East Africa
Coordinates
6.846900, 73.150900
Type
cave
Maximum Depth
20m
Difficulty
Beginner

Marine Protected Area: Ha. Baarah Sarahahdhu

Best Time to Dive in Baa Atoll

The warmest water temperatures in Baa Atoll occur in April, averaging 30.4°C. The coolest conditions are in January at 28.5°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 28.5°C
  • February: 28.8°C
  • March: 29.4°C
  • April: 30.4°C
  • May: 30.0°C
  • June: 29.4°C
  • July: 29.4°C
  • August: 29.2°C
  • September: 29.1°C
  • October: 29.1°C
  • November: 29.2°C
  • December: 29.0°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Baa Atoll

Nearest Dive Centres to Alidhoo Caves

Marine Life in Baa Atoll

Home to 23 recorded species including 12 hard corals, 4 seagrass & algae, 3 reef fish, 1 sharks & rays, 1 whales & dolphins, 1 sea snails & nudibranchs.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Alidhoo Caves

Based on average water temperature of 29.3°C, currents 24 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 29°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories