Aquaholics-Kandima - South Ari Atoll

The team at Aquaholics-Kandima really hit that sweet spot between laid-back resort diving and proper exploration. We love that they’re a PADI 5 Star centre, which means you can pretty much sort out any certification you need, from your Open Water right through to some more advanced stuff. They’re excellent for families, especially if you’ve got newer divers or kids just starting out, but they’re not just about the easy stuff. What makes them a standout for us in South Ari Atoll is their deep knowledge of the local sites. Forget the cattle boats; these guys often find themselves at untouched corners of the reef. We’ve had some truly fantastic encounters with mantas at nearby cleaning stations in the mornings, where the current is still gentle, and we’ve seen grey reef sharks patrolling the outer walls. Ask them about the quieter thilas, the ones that often get overlooked. You might just find yourself face to face with a sleeping nurse shark under an overhang, or watching schools of fusiliers so thick they block the light, a silver river flowing past. They keep groups small too, which makes a huge difference to the whole experience.

Location
South Ari Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean & East Africa
Coordinates
2.738996, 73.015930
Phone
+960 796-7712
Email
[email protected]
Website
http://www.kandima.com
Certification Agencies
["PADI"]
Courses
PADI 5 Star Dive Center [padi:28093]
Address
Kandima, Dhaalu Atoll, Maldives

Dive Sites Near Aquaholics-Kandima

Aquaholics-Kandima provides access to 15 dive sites in South Ari Atoll.

Other Dive Centres in South Ari Atoll

Best Time to Dive in South Ari Atoll

The warmest water temperatures in South 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: 27.9°C)
  • April: 28.7°C (air: 28.4°C)
  • May: 28.7°C (air: 28.4°C)
  • June: 28.7°C (air: 28.4°C)
  • July: 28.7°C (air: 28.1°C)
  • August: 28.7°C (air: 27.9°C)
  • September: 28.7°C (air: 27.7°C)
  • October: 28.7°C (air: 27.7°C)
  • November: 28.7°C (air: 27.3°C)
  • December: 28.7°C (air: 27.5°C)

Marine Life in South Ari Atoll

Home to 152 recorded species including 85 hard corals, 50 reef fish, 7 sea snails & nudibranchs, 3 seagrass & algae, 2 sharks & rays, 2 other.

Notable Marine Life

Recommended Packing List for South Ari Atoll

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