Boulder Spot
Protected Area
Ga.Hithaadhoo Sarahahdhu
Why dive here
With 45+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blacktip reef sharks, blue sharks, sea turtles and whale sharks - Boulder Spot offers some of Vaavu Atoll's richest diving. Water ranges 29-31°C, warmest April, May, June.
Boulder Spot in Vaavu Atoll is a straightforward dive, topping out at 19 metres. It’s mostly rock formations, with a smattering of corals here and there. We’ve seen a few reef fish cruising through, nothing too dramatic. It’s a gentle spot, probably best suited for new divers looking to get comfortable in the water.
Typical Boulder Spot 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 19m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to Boulder Spot
Dive shops near Boulder Spot
Rahaa Dive Center
Maldives Resilient Reefs
Reveries Scuba Zone
DivePoint Vadoo
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Boulder Spot
Boulder Spot Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Boulder Spot, 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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