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5 Palms, Thulusdhoo
North Malé drift dive with shallow reef and big-fish passes
Local operator required
Current-led drift dive; use a local operator for timing, pickup and exit planning.
Plan around current: the site is best as a drift dive, with a shallow reef, a sandy plateau and visibility that can swing with conditions.
About 5 Palms, Thulusdhoo
5 Palms, Thulusdhoo is a current-led drift dive in North Malé Atoll, where a shallow reef top gives way to a sandy plateau and occasional big-fish passes. It suits divers who want a moving profile rather than a static wall, with napoleons, reef sharks, turtles and seasonal manta or mobula fly-bys.
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Research Estimate At 5 Palms, Thulusdhoo
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 16m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentStrong current
Where Is 5 Palms, Thulusdhoo?
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5 Palms, Thulusdhoo Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 25m
Depth Note
The reef top starts shallow, drops to a sandier midsection and then gives way to a plateau around 22-25m.
Best Season
January-March for calmer seas and the best overall dive conditions.
Typical Conditions
A current-led drift dive with a shallow reef top, a sandy plateau and moderate visibility.
Safety & Access At 5 Palms, Thulusdhoo
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Strong current
Safety Notes
Drift current is the main hazard. Keep buoyancy tight, stay with the operator's plan and avoid fighting the flow.
Access Restrictions
Use a local operator and drift plan; this is not a casual shore-entry site.
Legal Notes
No special legal restrictions are known for this site.
Local Intel For 5 Palms, Thulusdhoo
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best as a moving reef dive for divers comfortable with drift and buoyancy control.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first site; the drift profile and plateau are better suited to scuba.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel-first site; the moving profile and current make it better underwater than at the surface.
Wildlife at 5 Palms, Thulusdhoo
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Recent Logged Visits At 5 Palms, Thulusdhoo
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Dive Spot Log Averages At 5 Palms, Thulusdhoo
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility16m
Activity
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