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    Pelagic Megafauna at this Indian Ocean Outpost dive site
    channel
    15-40m
    Vaavu Atoll, Maldives
    Dhigulaabadhoo Sarahahdhu

    Pelagic Megafauna at this Indian Ocean Outpost

    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 - Pelagic Megafauna at this Indian Ocean Outpost 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 15-40m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    Vaavu Atoll definitely delivers on big animal encounters. We’re talking proper pelagic action here: whale sharks often cruise through, and we’ve had some memorable tiger shark and hammerhead sightings on the deeper drifts. Manta rays drop by regularly too, often in the late afternoons. This place is for divers who like to cover ground, comfortable with a decent current, and ready to keep an eye out for whatever swims by in the blue. If you’re into healthy reefs and a bit of an advanced, off-the-beaten-track vibe, Vaavu’s got your number.

    Typical Pelagic Megafauna at this Indian Ocean Outpost Dive Profile

    5m10m15mSafety Stop0m15m max~50 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.

    Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Pelagic Megafauna at this Indian Ocean Outpost

    Pelagic Megafauna at this Indian Ocean Outpost Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Pelagic Megafauna at this Indian Ocean Outpost, 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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