Dhonakulhi Kandu
Protected Area
HDh.Finey Thila
Why dive here
Dhonakulhi Kandu is a drift dive where divers can encounter blue sharks, sea turtles and spinner dolphins. Water ranges 29-31°C, warmest March, April, May.
Dhonakulhi Kandu gives you a proper taste of a Maldivian channel drift without being intimidating. We’ve found the currents here generally gentle, easing you along the reef edge at a comfortable pace. It’s a good spot to just relax and let the water carry you, keeping an eye out for the usual suspects – reef sharks often cruise by, and we’ve seen eagle rays glide past on more than one occasion. At a maximum depth of 20 metres, it’s a perfect introduction to channel diving for newer divers, or a nice chilled-out float for those who just want to unwind.
Typical Dhonakulhi Kandu 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.
Drift dive - carry a surface marker buoy (SMB) and stay with your group. Brief the current direction before entry.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Dhonakulhi Kandu
Dhonakulhi Kandu Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Dhonakulhi Kandu, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (5.8, 73.2) (7km away)
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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