Saeedh Ge'Hadhiyaa - Baa Atoll

Saeedh Ge'Hadhiyaa, in the Baa Atoll, is a nice, straightforward dive. It's a relaxed drift along a coral reef that averages about 20 meters, perfect for those newer to diving or anyone looking for an easy afternoon. You’ll often spot reef sharks cruising the edge, and the schools of fusiliers here can be pretty dense, sometimes making it feel like you’re swimming through a shimmering curtain. We’ve found it’s a good spot to just take it easy and watch the reef go by.

Location
Baa Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean & East Africa
Coordinates
5.650800, 73.302700
Maximum Depth
20m
Difficulty
Beginner

Marine Protected Area: N.Fohdhipparu Finolhu Sarahahdhu

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 Saeedh Ge'Hadhiyaa

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 Saeedh Ge'Hadhiyaa

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