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    Vaadhoo Kandu dive site
    drift
    15-30m
    South Malé Atoll, Maldives
    Gulhifalhu Medhugaionna Kohlavaanee

    Vaadhoo Kandu

    Best months: Oct–Dec

    Protected Area

    Gulhifalhu Medhugaionna Kohlavaanee

    Why dive here

    With 100+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, sea turtles, spinner dolphins and whale sharks - Vaadhoo Kandu offers some of South Malé Atoll's richest drift diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest April, May, July.

    Best timeOct–Dec
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBlue Sharks, Sea Turtles, Spinner Dolphins and Whale Sharks · 100+ species recorded
    Water28-31°C · warmest April, May, July
    CharacterDrift dive · max 15-30m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    Vaadhoo Kandu is a classic Maldivian drift dive, best suited for those comfortable with zipping along a channel. You'll likely see grey reef sharks patrolling the deeper edges, alongside schools of eagle rays gliding past. It's a straightforward dive, popular for its reliable current and consistent pelagic action.

    Typical Vaadhoo Kandu Dive Profile

    5m10m15mSafety Stop0m15m max~50 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Drift dive - carry a surface marker buoy (SMB) and stay with your group. Brief the current direction before entry.

    Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Vaadhoo Kandu

    Vaadhoo Kandu Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Vaadhoo Kandu, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (3.81, 73.42) (0km away)

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    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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