16m
    Beginner
    South Malé Atoll, Maldives
    K.Embudhoo Kan'duolhi

    Alikoe Giri

    Best months: Oct–Dec

    Protected Area

    K.Embudhoo Kan'duolhi

    Why dive here

    With 100+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, sea turtles, spinner dolphins and whale sharks - Alikoe Giri offers some of South Malé Atoll's richest pinnacle diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest April, May, July.

    Best timeOct–Dec
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBlue Sharks, Sea Turtles, Spinner Dolphins and Whale Sharks · 100+ species recorded
    Water28-31°C · warmest April, May, July
    CharacterPinnacle dive · max 16m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    Alikoe Giri is a gentle introduction to Maldivian pinnacles. It’s a shallow spot, topping out at 16 metres, which makes it a really comfortable dive for newer divers or those who just want to take it easy. We’ve drifted around its edges, spotting plenty of damselfish and fusiliers, the kind of fish that seem to swarm in the shallows here. Keep an eye out for moray eels tucked into the coral; they love this kind of shelter. It’s a good, unhurried dive if you’re in South Malé and want a relaxed afternoon in the water.

    Typical Alikoe Giri Dive Profile

    10mSafety Stop0m16m max~50 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Alikoe Giri

    Alikoe Giri Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Alikoe Giri, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (3.81, 73.42) (0km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    29°C

    85°F · Range: 28.5–30.4°C

    Current Speed

    15 cm/s

    Direction: SE (143.1°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.266 mg/m³

    Clear water

    Salinity

    35.25 PSU

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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