Maldives Passion - South Malé Atoll

Maldives Passion operates out of South Malé Atoll, an area packed with dive sites, 168 in our last count. This is a solid pick for divers who want to explore current-swept channels and drift along vibrant thilas. They’re well-positioned for consistent pelagic action, making it a good fit if you’re keen on sharks and eagle rays. Expect direct access to some classic Maldivian diving, straightforward and without fuss.

Location
South Malé Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean & East Africa
Coordinates
3.944748, 73.490944

Dive Sites Near Maldives Passion

Maldives Passion provides access to 15 dive sites in South Malé Atoll.

Other Dive Centres in South Malé Atoll

Best Time to Dive in South Malé Atoll

The warmest water temperatures in South Malé Atoll occur in April, averaging 30.4°C. The coolest conditions are in January at 28.5°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 28.5°C
  • February: 28.8°C
  • March: 29.4°C
  • April: 30.4°C
  • May: 30.1°C
  • June: 29.6°C
  • July: 29.7°C
  • August: 29.6°C
  • September: 29.4°C
  • October: 29.3°C
  • November: 29.3°C
  • December: 29.0°C

Marine Life in South Malé Atoll

Home to 106 recorded species including 44 reef fish, 41 hard corals, 6 sea snails & nudibranchs, 4 seagrass & algae, 3 sharks & rays, 2 other.

Notable Marine Life

Recommended Packing List for South Malé Atoll

Based on average water temperature of 29.4°C, currents 19 cm/s.

  • 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