ALIGHAA BEYRU FARU - Baa Atoll

Alighaa Beyru Faru in Baa Atoll is a relaxed drift, perfect if you’re looking to ease into the Maldivian current experience. The reef here rolls down to around 24m, an easy depth for those newer to diving or anyone wanting a longer bottom time. We've seen a good variety of reef fish here, lots of fusiliers, snapper, and the occasional turtle cruising by. It’s not one for the big pelagic hunters, but it’s a lovely, gentle introduction to the Atoll's coral formations, especially on a sunny afternoon.

Location
Baa Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean & East Africa
Coordinates
5.243600, 73.535000
Type
reef
Maximum Depth
24m
Difficulty
Beginner

Marine Protected Area: Lh.Maakoa

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 ALIGHAA BEYRU FARU

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 ALIGHAA BEYRU FARU

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