Hakura Giri
Protected Area
Lhazikuraadi/Hakura Thila
Why dive here
With 148+ marine species recorded in the area - including blacktip reef sharks, sea turtles and whale sharks - Hakura Giri offers some of South Ari Atoll's richest diving. Water ranges 29-31°C, warmest April, May, July.
Hakura Giri in South Ari Atoll is a relaxed dive down to 23 metres. It's a gentle coral reef, well-suited for newer divers or those looking for an easy second dive. You'll often find white-tip reef sharks cruising along the bottom and a good collection of anemonefish in their homes. Keep an eye out for schooling bannerfish too.
Typical Hakura Giri 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 23m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Hakura Giri
Hakura Giri Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Hakura Giri, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (3.49, 72.9) (16km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
85°F · Range: 28.3–30.9°C
Air Temperature
28°C
82°F
Wind Speed
7.42 m/s
14.4 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1010.7 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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