Laamu Atoll - Vaavu Atoll

Laamu Atoll, tucked away in the southern reaches of the Maldives, feels like stepping into a different era of diving. While much of Vaavu Atoll has been well-trodden, Laamu offers that genuine sense of discovery. Our trips here usually involve some exploratory dives, especially along the deeper channels where the currents do their work. It's here you'll often find whitetip reef sharks patrolling, hawksbill turtles gliding past, and schools of jacks and tuna zipping through the reef fish. Manta Point is a definite highlight, a reliable spot for watching mantas feed, which is always a privilege. If you're looking for that thrill of potentially diving an uncharted site, Laamu is a good bet, especially on a liveaboard.

Location
Vaavu Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean & East Africa
Coordinates
1.900000, 73.500000

Marine Protected Area: L.Gan Boda Fengan'du Sarahahdhu

Best Time to Dive in Vaavu Atoll

The warmest water temperatures in Vaavu Atoll occur in April, averaging 30.5°C. The coolest conditions are in January at 28.7°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 28.7°C
  • February: 28.9°C
  • March: 29.4°C
  • April: 30.5°C
  • May: 30.1°C
  • June: 29.9°C
  • July: 29.8°C
  • August: 29.9°C
  • September: 29.8°C
  • October: 29.3°C
  • November: 29.3°C
  • December: 29.2°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Vaavu Atoll

Nearest Dive Centres to Laamu Atoll

Marine Life in Vaavu Atoll

Home to 53 recorded species including 20 reef fish, 9 hard corals, 8 seagrass & algae, 4 sharks & rays, 4 crabs & lobsters, 3 octopus & squid.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Laamu Atoll

Based on average water temperature of 29.6°C, currents 19 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 30°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories