reef

20m

Beginner

Baa Atoll, Maldives

N.Fohdhipparu Finolhu Sarahahdhu

Glassfish Cove

Best months: Jul–Nov

Protected Area

N.Fohdhipparu Finolhu Sarahahdhu

Why dive here

Glassfish Cove is a reef 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

CharacterReef dive · max 20m

Glassfish Cove in Baa Atoll offers a gentle reef dive to 20 metres, ideal for newer divers. The main attraction is the huge schools of glassfish that congregate in the shallows, often attracting trevally and other predators. It’s a calm site, perfect for slow drifts and getting comfortable with the Maldivian reef environment.

Typical Glassfish Cove 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.

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

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Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Glassfish Cove

Glassfish Cove Ocean Conditions

Monthly averages for Glassfish Cove, 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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