Despite pristine beaches and clear waters, Maldives has known the world over for its beautiful marine animals and coral reefs. The magical underwater world in Maldives has made this destination a hotspot for scuba divers.
When to dive
The water temperatures of these pristine beaches range from 80 to 86 degrees all year round making them an ideal destination for divers. Plan your trip between January and April, when the weather is warm and dry and visibility is best. Avoid going there in December as divers can expect a fair amount of rain and wind.
Dive environments
Maldives is home to a variety of dive environments including drift dives, reef dives, and wrecks that provide opportunities for divers of any level. Diving in and around atolls will give you a chance to spot underwater structures and rock pinnacles. If you are based in a resort in Maldives the likes of Kuramathi Maldives, you can plan a hassle-free dive excursion with the help of the staff.
Where to dive
Fuvahmulah Atoll is known for the presence of rare shark species. If you are lucky, you can catch a glimpse of whale sharks, thresher sharks, tiger sharks and even hammerheads. Dive sites in this area are better suited for advanced divers. Maaya Thila, located in the Ari Atoll is ranked as one of the best dive sites in Maldives.
What you will see
Thanks to consistent water temperatures, larger marine creatures such as whale sharks, turtles, mantas and reef sharks can be found throughout the year. Spotting such creatures depends on sunrise, sunset and tide.