Guraidhoo Kandu South
Protected Area
K.Guraidhoo Kan'duolhi
Why dive here
With 100+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, sea turtles, spinner dolphins and whale sharks - Guraidhoo Kandu South offers some of South Malé Atoll's richest channel diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest April, May, July.
Guraidhoo Kandu South, a prominent channel dive in South Malé, really shines when the currents are running. We often find ourselves drifting past impressive overhangs and caves, keeping a close eye out for grey reef sharks patrolling the channel mouth. It’s a site that rewards patience; look into the blue for eagle rays gliding by, or closer to the reef for schooling snappers and fusiliers so thick they almost obscure the coral. If you're comfortable with a bit of current and keen on pelagic action, this one’s a solid choice.
Typical Guraidhoo Kandu South Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Channel dive - currents can be strong and change direction. Dive at slack tide when possible.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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DivePoint Guraidhoo
Dolphin Base - NextGen Pvt Ltd
Dive Center
Ocean Paradise
Sun Diving School
Sirina
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Guraidhoo Kandu South
Guraidhoo Kandu South Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Guraidhoo Kandu South, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (3.81, 73.42) (0km away)
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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