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    Deep Corner dive site
    29m
    Intermediate
    South Malé Atoll, Maldives
    Lhazikuraadi/Hakura Thila

    Deep Corner

    Best months: Oct–Dec

    Protected Area

    Lhazikuraadi/Hakura Thila

    Why dive here

    With 100+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, sea turtles, spinner dolphins and whale sharks - Deep Corner offers some of South Malé Atoll's richest 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
    Charactermax 29m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    Deep Corner in South Malé Atoll offers a straightforward channel dive for intermediate divers. The reef plateaus at 29m, making it a good spot to drift along and watch for passing pelagics. Expect to see reef sharks, eagle rays, and schooling fusiliers in the current. It's a solid, unpretentious dive for those who enjoy a gentle drift.

    Typical Deep Corner Dive Profile

    10m20m30mSafety Stop0m29m max~30 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

    Depth of 29m - 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 Deep Corner

    Deep Corner Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Deep Corner, 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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