MADUVVARI IRUMATHI KANN - Baa Atoll

Maduvvari Irumathi Kann is a solid choice for an easy dive in Baa Atoll. At a comfortable 25 meters, it’s a gentle introduction to Maldivian diving, perfect for beginners or those just looking for a relaxed exploration. We often find juvenile reef sharks cruising along the sandy bottom here, and the hard coral formations provide plenty of shelter for smaller reef fish. It’s not one of those sites that will blow your mind, but it consistently delivers a pleasant, unhurried dive, especially if you catch it during a calm spell with minimal current.

Location
Baa Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean & East Africa
Coordinates
5.288000, 73.495800
Maximum Depth
25m
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 MADUVVARI IRUMATHI KANN

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 MADUVVARI IRUMATHI KANN

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