TGI Sangeli - North Malé Atoll

The team at TGI Sangeli know the North Malé Atoll like the back of their fins. This isn’t just another resort dive shop; it’s a well-oiled operation that we've found consistently delivers. We love their focus on getting divers out to those slightly less hammered sites, often meaning a smaller group and a more relaxed pace. If you're looking for professional, friendly guides who understand currents and can spot the tiniest nudibranch, these are your people. Our favourite dives with them often involve a drift along one of the atoll's outer reefs, feeling the push of the water as grey reef sharks cruise by, sometimes just a few metres away. On a good day, the water is so clear you feel like you're flying. We'd suggest asking them about early morning trips to some of the cleaning stations, especially in the channels – the light is incredible and the chances of seeing manta rays or eagle rays are high. They’re PADI 5-Star, so all the usual courses are on offer, but we think their real strength lies in guided diving for those who already have a few logbook stamps. They're excellent at tailoring dives to conditions, rather than just sticking to a rigid schedule.

Location
North Malé Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean & East Africa
Coordinates
4.637296, 73.400604
Phone
+960 777-6822
Email
[email protected]
Website
http://www.tgimaldives.com
Certification Agencies
["PADI"]
Courses
PADI 5 Star Dive Center [padi:27420]
Address
Akirifushi - ObluSelect Sangeli, North Male Atoll, Maldives

Dive Sites Near TGI Sangeli

TGI Sangeli provides access to 15 dive sites in North Malé Atoll.

Other Dive Centres in North Malé Atoll

Best Time to Dive in North Malé Atoll

The warmest water temperatures in North Malé Atoll occur in April, averaging 30.9°C. The coolest conditions are in January at 28.6°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 28.6°C
  • February: 28.9°C
  • March: 29.8°C
  • April: 30.9°C
  • May: 30.1°C
  • June: 29.6°C
  • July: 29.6°C
  • August: 29.6°C
  • September: 29.4°C
  • October: 29.2°C
  • November: 29.3°C
  • December: 29.0°C

Marine Life in North Malé Atoll

Home to 101 recorded species including 42 reef fish, 41 hard corals, 5 sea snails & nudibranchs, 4 seagrass & algae, 3 sharks & rays, 2 sea cucumbers.

Notable Marine Life

Recommended Packing List for North Malé Atoll

Based on average water temperature of 29.5°C, currents 10 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 30°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