Maalhaveli Outside
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 - Maalhaveli Outside offers some of South Malé Atoll's richest wall diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest April, May, July.
Maalhaveli Outside, off South Malé Atoll, is a pretty straightforward dive, especially good for those getting comfortable in the water. We usually drop onto a gentle slope of hard corals, with plenty of reef fish like fusiliers and triggerfish flitting about. It’s a comfortable 26 meters at its deepest, meaning you can take your time exploring without worrying too much about your bottom time. You might spot a white-tip reef shark cruising in the distance, but generally, it’s a calm, easy dive, perfect for a relaxed afternoon.
Typical Maalhaveli Outside Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 26m - 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 Maalhaveli Outside
Maalhaveli Outside Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Maalhaveli Outside, 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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