Fushi Faru - North Ari Atoll

Fushi Faru sits in North Ari Atoll, a gentle reef dive perfect for those getting comfortable with Maldivian waters. We found it’s a calm drift along the reef slope, dropping to around 23 meters. Keep an eye out for whitetip reef sharks resting on the sandy bottom and the occasional eagle ray gliding past. It's a relaxed spot, great for new divers or anyone wanting an easy afternoon in the water.

Location
North Ari Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean & East Africa
Coordinates
4.217400, 72.881300
Type
reef
Maximum Depth
23m
Difficulty
Beginner

Marine Protected Area: Rasdhoo-Madivaru Sarahahdhu

Best Time to Dive in North Ari Atoll

The warmest water temperatures in North Ari Atoll occur in January, averaging 28.7°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 28.7°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 28.7°C (air: 27.5°C)
  • February: 28.7°C (air: 27.8°C)
  • March: 28.7°C (air: 28.0°C)
  • April: 28.7°C (air: 28.4°C)
  • May: 28.7°C (air: 28.4°C)
  • June: 28.7°C (air: 28.5°C)
  • July: 28.7°C (air: 28.1°C)
  • August: 28.7°C (air: 27.9°C)
  • September: 28.7°C (air: 27.6°C)
  • October: 28.7°C (air: 27.6°C)
  • November: 28.7°C (air: 27.3°C)
  • December: 28.7°C (air: 27.5°C)

Nearby Dive Sites in North Ari Atoll

Nearest Dive Centres to Fushi Faru

Marine Life in North Ari Atoll

Home to 138 recorded species including 82 hard corals, 38 reef fish, 6 sea snails & nudibranchs, 3 seagrass & algae, 2 sharks & rays, 2 sea cucumbers.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Fushi Faru

Based on average water temperature of 28.7°C.

  • 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