Sirru Faru Dhekunu - Baa Atoll

Sirru Faru Dhekunu is a mellow introduction to Baa Atoll diving, perfect for those getting their fins wet or looking for an easy-going afternoon. It’s a shallow reef, only dipping to 16 metres, which means plenty of sunlight illuminates the corals. We’ve found it’s a good spot for spotting the smaller stuff, like busy clownfish families tucked into anemones and some of the more colourful wrasses darting between the bommies. Currents here are usually quite gentle, so you can really take your time exploring without feeling rushed.

Location
Baa Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean & East Africa
Coordinates
6.278700, 73.011800
Type
reef
Maximum Depth
16m
Difficulty
Beginner

Marine Protected Area: Sh.Naalaahuraa 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 Sirru Faru Dhekunu

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 Sirru Faru Dhekunu

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