Simply The Best
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 - Simply The Best offers some of South Malé Atoll's richest diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest April, May, July.
Simply The Best in South Malé is a good drift dive, though sometimes the current here is a bit much if you’re not comfortable moving quickly. We typically drop in and let the water carry us along the reef wall. Keep an eye out for grey reef sharks patrolling the deeper sections and schooling fusiliers above the coral blocks. It’s a site that rewards attentive divers, particularly those who enjoy the feeling of flying underwater. Best for intermediate divers looking for a bit of speed.
Typical Simply The Best 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 Simply The Best
Simply The Best Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Simply The Best, 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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