Vaavu Atoll, Maldives
    L. Maabaidhoo Koaru adhi Fushi Kan'du Sarahahdhu

    LAGANBANK

    Best months: Sep–Dec

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    L. Maabaidhoo Koaru adhi Fushi Kan'du Sarahahdhu

    Why dive here

    With 45+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blacktip reef sharks, blue sharks, sea turtles and whale sharks - LAGANBANK offers some of Vaavu Atoll's richest wreck 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
    CharacterWreck dive
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    The Laganbank sits upright, pretty much intact, and is one of our favourite shallow wrecks in Vaavu Atoll. We’re talking easy diving, usually calm conditions, and a decent penetration for those who know their way around an overhead environment. You’ll find the bridge and engine room still have plenty to explore, though watch for silting if a few divers are making their way through. We often see giant moray eels peeking out from the darker corners, and the schools of glassfish shimmer like liquid silver inside the cargo holds, sometimes so dense they block out the ambient light. This is a site we’d recommend for anyone looking for a relaxed dive with plenty of structure, or for photographers wanting to play with natural light filtering through the deck openings. It’s certainly not a deep, dramatic wreck, but its accessibility and the sheer volume of resident fish make it a standout for us.

    Safety Notes

    Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for LAGANBANK

    LAGANBANK Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for LAGANBANK, 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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