Maalhaveli Outside - South Malé Atoll

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.

Location
South Malé Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean & East Africa
Coordinates
2.904100, 73.585300
Maximum Depth
26m
Difficulty
Beginner

Marine Protected Area: Lhazikuraadi/Hakura Thila

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 Maalhaveli Outside

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 Maalhaveli Outside

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