Turtle Reef
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 - Turtle Reef offers some of South Malé Atoll's richest reef diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest April, May, July.
Turtle Reef in South Malé Atoll is a solid pick for divers looking for a relaxed experience. It’s a shallow site, maxing out at 18 meters, which makes it an easy entry for beginners or anyone wanting a longer bottom time without pushing depth limits. We often find several green sea turtles here, usually munching away on the corals or just hanging out in the gentle current. It’s not the most dramatic reef in the Maldives, but the consistent turtle sightings make it a reliable and enjoyable dive. Expect a calm drift and plenty of time to really watch the turtles go about their day.
Typical Turtle Reef 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 Turtle Reef
Turtle Reef Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Turtle Reef, 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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