Karens Block
Protected Area
K.Thanburudhoo Sarahahdhu
Why dive here
With 95+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, sea turtles, spinner dolphins and whale sharks - Karens Block offers some of North Malé Atoll's richest diving. Water ranges 29-31°C, warmest April, May, July.
Karens Block sits in North Malé, a coral reef reaching a maximum depth of 25m. It’s an intermediate dive, often with a moderate current pushing you along a sloping wall. Look for grey reef sharks patrolling the deeper sections and schooling fusiliers further up. It’s a good drift dive for those comfortable with a bit of movement.
Typical Karens Block Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 25m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Maldivian Academy of Diving
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Karens Block
Karens Block Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Karens Block, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (4.43, 73.52) (4km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
29°C
85°F · Range: 27.9–31.2°C
Current Speed
9 cm/s
Direction: E (90°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.226 mg/m³
Clear water
Salinity
35.26 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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