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    Maafaru dive site
    18m
    Beginner
    Baa Atoll, Maldives
    R.Villingili Thila

    Maafaru

    Best months: Jul–Nov

    Protected Area

    R.Villingili Thila

    Why dive here

    Maafaru is a 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
    Charactermax 18m

    Maafaru is a gentle reef in Baa Atoll, perfect for newer divers. The maximum depth of 18 meters means plenty of light reaches the corals, which we've found to be in decent shape. You'll likely spot smaller reef fish darting amongst the bommies. It's a relaxed dive, good for getting comfortable in the water or for a leisurely afternoon outing.

    Typical Maafaru Dive Profile

    10m20mSafety Stop0m18m max~50 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

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

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    Dive Mission You and Me

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    TGI Fasmendoo

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    Dive Center

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    Koamas by Jalboot @ Kudakurathu

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    Euro-Divers Niva Dhigali Maldives

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Maafaru

    Maafaru Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Maafaru, 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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