Coral Ridge
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 - Coral Ridge offers some of Vaavu Atoll's richest reef diving. Water ranges 29-31°C, warmest April, May, June.
Coral Ridge in Vaavu Atoll sits at a consistent 17 meters, making it a comfortable dive for beginners. The site is exactly what it sounds like, a ridge adorned with a good variety of hard and soft corals. You’ll spot smaller reef fish darting amongst the coral bommies. It’s a gentle introduction to Maldivian reef diving, ideal for those building confidence.
Typical Coral Ridge 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.
Nearest Dive Centres to Coral Ridge
Dive shops near Coral Ridge
Rahaa Dive Center
Maldives Resilient Reefs
Reveries Scuba Zone
DivePoint Vadoo
Reviews for Coral Ridge
Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Coral Ridge
Coral Ridge Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Coral Ridge, 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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