Northern Atolls
Protected Area
B.Angafaru Sarahahdhu
Why dive here
Northern Atolls is a dive where divers can encounter blue sharks, sea turtles and spinner dolphins. Water ranges 29-31°C, warmest March, April, May.
Diving the Northern Atolls, particularly Baa, feels a bit like stepping off the main highway. While the central atolls buzz with liveaboards, up here, you get a quieter experience. We've seen some absolutely stunning coral coverage in spots, especially on the outer reefs, a real treat compared to some of the more trafficked areas. Of course, the big draw is Hanifaru Bay when the plankton blooms, bringing in mantas and whale sharks from March to December – that’s a spectacle you really have to time right. If you’re looking for a Maldives trip with fewer boats and a good chance at pelagics, it’s a solid choice.
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Ocean Sports Maldives
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Dive Butler Amilla
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Dharavandhoo Dive Center
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Northern Atolls
Northern Atolls Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Northern Atolls, 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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