Sirru Faru Hulhangu - Baa Atoll

Sirru Faru Hulhangu is a gentle introduction to Baa Atoll diving. We’re talking about a relaxed, shallow reef that tops out at a comfortable 16 meters, making it ideal for newer divers or anyone looking for an easy second dive. You’ll drift along healthy hard coral formations, keeping an eye out for resident reef sharks cruising by and schools of fusiliers glittering in the sunlight. It's a pleasant, easy dive, perfect for getting comfortable in the water and enjoying the simpler beauty of the Maldivian reef.

Location
Baa Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean & East Africa
Coordinates
6.281800, 72.988600
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 Hulhangu

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 Hulhangu

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