Machchafushi Housereef
Protected Area
Aa.Kudarah Thila
Why dive here
With 148+ marine species recorded in the area - including blacktip reef sharks, sea turtles and whale sharks - Machchafushi Housereef offers some of South Ari Atoll's richest reef diving. Water ranges 29-31°C, warmest April, May, July.
The Machchafushi Housereef offers a relaxed dive in South Ari Atoll, ideal for getting back in the water or for less experienced divers. We find a healthy coral reef here, with plenty of reef fish going about their day. It’s a good spot for spotting the smaller, shyer creatures that often get overlooked on more dramatic dives, great for macro enthusiasts.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Machchafushi Housereef
Machchafushi Housereef Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Machchafushi Housereef, 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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