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Diving in the Maldives
9 dive sites in the Maldives across 9 regions, including Ari, Ari Atoll and Baa. 1 is rated beginner, 5 intermediate and 3 advanced. All 9 are reefs.
Dive sites
9
Best time to dive
Jun–Apr
Typical max depth
20–30 m
Great now
7 of 9
Best time to dive in the Maldives
How many of the 9 dive sites are in season each month. At least half are in season Jun–Apr.
- January: 7 of 9 dive sites in season
- February: 7 of 9 dive sites in season
- March: 7 of 9 dive sites in season
- April: 7 of 9 dive sites in season
- May: 4 of 9 dive sites in season
- June: 5 of 9 dive sites in season
- July: 5 of 9 dive sites in season
- August: 5 of 9 dive sites in season
- September: 5 of 9 dive sites in season
- October: 5 of 9 dive sites in season
- November: 6 of 9 dive sites in season
- December: 6 of 9 dive sites in season
Half the sites or more in seasonFewer sites in season
Dive sites in the Maldives
- BaaBaa AtollDive score 83 · GreatReefIntermediate
- Max depth
- 15 m
- Best season
- May–Nov
- Baa AtollBaaDive score 83 · GreatReefAdvanced
- Max depth
- 20 m
- Best season
- Jun–Nov
- FotteyoVaavuDive score 81 · GreatReefAdvanced
- Max depth
- 35 m
- Best season
- Dec–Apr
- Maamigili BeyruSouth Ari AtollDive score 79 · FairReefBeginner
- Max depth
- 20 m
- Best season
- Year-round
- Maaya ThilaAri AtollDive score 88 · GreatReefIntermediate
- Max depth
- 30 m
- Best season
- Nov–Apr
- North Male AtollMaleDive score 81 · GreatReefIntermediate
- Max depth
- 30 m
- Best season
- Jan–Apr
- Rasdhoo MadivaruRasdhoo AtollDive score 87 · GreatReefIntermediate
- Max depth
- 30 m
- Best season
- Dec–Apr
- South Ari AtollAriDive score 84 · GreatReefIntermediate
- Max depth
- 30 m
- Best season
- Year-round
- Tiger ZooFuvahmulahDive score 64 · FairReefAdvanced
- Max depth
- 25 m
- Best season
- Year-round
Guides about the Maldives
GuideDiving in the MaldivesMaldives`s blue waters are home to many of the most famous and dearest sea creatures. Review and tips about diving in the Maldives.Read guide
GuideDiving in the North Male Atoll - the MaldivesNorth Male Atoll is a popular destination for diving and snorkeling for colorful corals and plenty of sealife. Read about the best dive sites in the area.Read guide
GuideFluo Diving in the MaldivesExplore the underwater wonders in alien like colours using UV light during the fluo night dive. Review and tips for your best experience.Read guide
GuideSnorkeling in the MaldivesRead about snorkeling in the Maldives. Some of the best snorkeling in the world for encountering large sharks, mantas and colored fish.Read guide
GuidePlanning The Maldives tripFind information about Maldives visa, vaccinations and what else to prepare for the best diving and snorkeling vacation in the fabulous Maldives.Read guide
GuideWhere to Stay in the Maldives? Guide and ReviewsFind information about the accommodation types in the Maldives - guest stay, resort or liveaboard. Detailed review for best stay in The Maldives.Read guide