Kunaavashi Kandu - South Malé Atoll

Kunaavashi Kandu, tucked away in South Malé Atoll, offers a relaxed drift dive, a nice change of pace. We usually just let the current carry us along the reef edge, keeping an eye out for what drifts by. The Charming Hermit Crab makes an appearance here, scuttling about in its borrowed shell. It’s a good spot if you’re looking for a relatively easy dive after some of the more intense pinnacles, perfect for just enjoying the ride.

Location
South Malé Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean & East Africa
Coordinates
3.666047, 73.382450
Type
drift

Marine Protected Area: V.Huraa Falhu Sarahahdhu

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

Nearby Dive Sites in South Malé Atoll

Nearest Dive Centres to Kunaavashi Kandu

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 Species

Recommended Packing List for Kunaavashi Kandu

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