Alimatha Circus
Protected Area
V.Miyaru Kan'du
Why dive here
With 45+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blacktip reef sharks, blue sharks, sea turtles and whale sharks - Alimatha Circus offers some of Vaavu Atoll's richest channel diving. Water ranges 29-31°C, warmest April, May, June.
Alimatha Circus in Vaavu Atoll delivers a straightforward dive, often featuring various reef corals like staghorn and lettuce. We’ve seen both green and olive ridley turtles here, often resting on the reef. It’s a good spot for a relaxed drift, suited to divers looking for an easy afternoon in the water with a decent chance of turtles.
Typical Alimatha Circus Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Channel dive - currents can be strong and change direction. Dive at slack tide when possible.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Alimatha Circus
Alimatha Circus Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Alimatha Circus, sourced from Copernicus Marine satellite data
August Averages
Sea Temperature
29.87°C
86°F
Current Speed
8.49 cm/s
Direction: NE (45°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.156 mg/m³
Clear water
Salinity
34.82 PSU
Data sources: Copernicus Marine Service (EU)
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