Primary site description, depth band, access, and marine life.
Boat-reached reef and drift dive in South Male with coral rock formations.
Boat-reached reef and drift dive in South Male with coral rock formations.
Adam Faru is a boat-reached reef dive in South Male Atoll, with coral rock formations rising out of sand between the shallower and deeper parts of the site. The route mixes wall and drop-off sections with sandy plateaus, so it is easy to follow but still has a real drift-dive feel. Expect warm water, clear visibility, and regular shark, ray, eel, and reef-fish sightings. A torch and camera make sense here because the rock relief is the main attraction.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 20m
Depth Note
Coral rock formations sit between 5 and 20 meters over sandy plateaus.
Best Season
December to May.
Typical Conditions
Warm water, light drift, and generally good visibility over coral rock and sandy plateaus.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Watch buoyancy around the coral rock formations to avoid cuts and damage.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Follow the reef across sand plateaus and wall sections; a torch helps with the coral rock relief and photo opportunities.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Primary site description, depth band, access, and marine life.
Second confirmation of identity and reef shape.
Maldives season and visibility context.
Boat transfer and snorkel context.
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