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    Vaffushi reef dive site
    reef
    19m
    Beginner
    Baa Atoll, Maldives
    R.Villingili Thila

    Vaffushi reef

    Best months: Jul–Nov

    Protected Area

    R.Villingili Thila

    Why dive here

    Vaffushi reef is a reef dive where divers can encounter blue sharks, sea turtles and spinner dolphins. Water ranges 29-31°C, warmest March, April, May.

    Best timeJul–Nov
    WetsuitNo wetsuit needed, or a rash guard
    Marine lifeBlue Sharks, Sea Turtles and Spinner Dolphins
    Water29-31°C · warmest March, April, May
    CharacterReef dive · max 19m

    Vaffushi reef offers a gentle introduction to Baa Atoll's diving, staying around 19m. It's a good spot for beginners or those getting back in the water after a break. You'll likely see smaller reef fish darting amongst the corals, and it’s a calm place to refine buoyancy. It's not a site for big pelagics, but a pleasant, easy dive.

    Typical Vaffushi reef Dive Profile

    10m20mSafety Stop0m19m max~30 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Depth of 19m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.

    Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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    Nearest Dive Centres to Vaffushi reef

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    Dive Mission You and Me

    3km away
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    Ocean Dive Centre Maamunagau

    12km away
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    TGI Fasmendoo

    17km away
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    Dive Center

    20km away
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    Euro-Divers Niva Dhigali Maldives

    22km away
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    Koamas by Jalboot @ Kudakurathu

    23km away
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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Vaffushi reef

    Vaffushi reef Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Vaffushi reef, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (5.8, 73.2) (7km away)

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    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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