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Black Coral
Black Coral is a wall reef with overhangs and a shallow top.
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Normally reached by boat or resort-side dive operations in North Male Atoll.
About Black Coral
Black Coral is a broad reef-wall dive in North Male Atoll with a shallow top, a circular layout, and a sandy bottom that gives divers several lines to explore. Overhangs and a small swim-through add structure without turning it into a full penetration dive. It suits divers who want an easy-to-mid-level reef with plenty of relief for night dives and fish spotting.
Research Estimate At Black Coral
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Where Is Black Coral?
Black Coral Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
4m - 25m
Depth Note
Reef top starts at about 4 m and the wall descends to a sandy bottom around 25 m.
Best Season
Year-round; the dry season usually gives the clearest water and easiest conditions.
Typical Conditions
Broad wall reef with overhangs, a small swim-through, and a sandy bottom below.
Safety & Access At Black Coral
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Overhangs and the small swim-through create overhead areas; maintain good buoyancy and avoid entering if not trained for overhead environments.
Local Intel For Black Coral
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Depth range from about 4 m to 25 m along a wall with a sandy bottom and overhead features.
Freediving
Possible only on the shallow top for experienced breath-hold divers; the wall and overhangs are better for scuba.
Snorkeling
Advanced snorkelers can work the shallow top, but the wall and overhangs are the main draw for scuba.
Black Coral Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Black Coral
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Wildlife at Black Coral
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Recent Logged Visits At Black Coral
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Black Coral
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Black Coral Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Black Coral Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
Regional Maldives diving guide for atoll-level marine-life and conditions context.
Independent dive directory with the wall profile and reef shape summary.
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