Stingray City
Protected Area
K.Embudhoo Kan'duolhi
Why dive here
With 100+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, sea turtles, spinner dolphins and whale sharks - Stingray City offers some of South Malé Atoll's richest diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest April, May, July.
Stingray City, in South Malé, is a shallow drift at 11m. It’s an easy dive, perfect for newer divers or a relaxed afternoon. You’ll typically see several whiptail rays here, often resting on the sandy bottom or gliding past in the current. It’s a reliable spot for a close-up look at these creatures.
Typical Stingray City Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Stingray City
Stingray City Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Stingray City, 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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