Maava Kandu
Protected Area
L.Bodu Finolhu adhi Vadinolhu Kan'duolhi Sarahahdhu
Why dive here
With 45+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blacktip reef sharks, blue sharks, sea turtles and whale sharks - Maava Kandu offers some of Vaavu Atoll's richest drift diving. Water ranges 29-31°C, warmest April, May, July.
Maava Kandu offers a consistent drift dive, pushing you along with the current. At a maximum depth of 26m, it’s a straightforward channel dive, ideal for intermediate divers comfortable with movement. While we haven't tracked specific species here, it’s a good spot for seeing reef sharks and schooling fish as they too navigate the flow. It's a solid choice for those looking to experience a classic Maldivian kandu dive without extreme depths.
Typical Maava Kandu 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 26m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Drift dive - carry a surface marker buoy (SMB) and stay with your group. Brief the current direction before entry.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to Maava Kandu
Dive shops near Maava Kandu
Rahaa Dive Center
Reveries Scuba Zone
DivePoint Vadoo
Maldives Resilient Reefs
Maalifushi Marine Sports Centre
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Maava Kandu
Maava Kandu Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Maava Kandu, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (1.8, 73.35) (23km away)
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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