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    Huvadhoo Atoll dive site
    channel
    10-30m
    Vaavu Atoll, Maldives
    Dhigulaabadhoo Sarahahdhu

    Huvadhoo Atoll

    Best months: Sep–Dec

    Protected Area

    Dhigulaabadhoo Sarahahdhu

    Why dive here

    With 45+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blacktip reef sharks, blue sharks, sea turtles and whale sharks - Huvadhoo Atoll offers some of Vaavu Atoll's richest channel diving. Water ranges 29-31°C, warmest April, May, July.

    Best timeSep–Dec
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBarracuda, Blacktip Reef Sharks, Blue Sharks, Sea Turtles and Whale Sharks · 45+ species recorded
    Water29-31°C · warmest April, May, July
    CharacterChannel dive · max 10-30m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    Alright, Huvadhoo Atoll. This isn't one of those easy-to-reach, jump-off-the-boat-and-go spots in the Maldives. It’s way down south, a significant journey, but that distance pays off. Think big, open ocean currents sweeping through 40 deep channels that connect the vast central lagoon to the Indian Ocean. We’ve seen grey reef sharks, plenty of them, patrolling these channels, often with eagle rays gliding by in the deeper sections. It’s a place for divers who appreciate wide-angle vistas and the thrill of pelagic encounters rather than intricate macro life. Definitely brings a bit of an adventurous spirit to your dive log.

    Typical Huvadhoo Atoll Dive Profile

    5m10mSafety Stop0m10m max~60 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

    Channel dive - currents can be strong and change direction. Dive at slack tide when possible.

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    Aquafanatics @NH Havodda

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    MSTS Dive Club

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    Blue Journeys

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    The Residence Dhigurah - Dive & Water Sports

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    Suvadiva Divers Maldives

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Huvadhoo Atoll

    Huvadhoo Atoll Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Huvadhoo Atoll, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (1.8, 73.35) (23km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    30°C

    85°F · Range: 28.5–30.9°C

    Current Speed

    9.85 cm/s

    Direction: NE (66°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.137 mg/m³

    Clear water

    Salinity

    35.12 PSU

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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