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Alidhoo Caves
Boat-accessed Maldives reef-wall dive with overhangs.
Local operator required
Boat logistics and local current timing are the normal way to dive the site.
Alidhoo Caves is a Maldives boat dive on Alidhoo Island's house reef, with a shallow top reef, steep wall, and sheltered overhangs.
About Alidhoo Caves
Alidhoo Caves is a boat-based Maldives reef-wall dive on Alidhoo Island's house reef, where a shallow top reef falls into a steep wall lined with large overhangs. The site is most enjoyable when the boat can line up with current and sea state, because the overhangs and blue-water edge are what make the dive memorable. Divers come for sheltered pockets, shark and ray pass-bys, and a colorful reef finish that keeps the dive interesting from the top reef to the wall.
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Research Estimate At Alidhoo Caves
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentModerate current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Alidhoo Caves?
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Alidhoo Caves Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 30m
Depth Note
The top reef starts around 5 m and the wall drops to about 30 m, with large overhangs breaking up the slope.
Best Season
Year-round.
Typical Conditions
Boat-accessed reef-wall diving with sheltered overhangs, moderate drift, and variable visibility reports.
Safety & Access At Alidhoo Caves
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficOverhead environment
Safety Notes
Large overhangs create overhead areas; maintain good buoyancy and keep clear of the reef structure when current is moving.
Access Restrictions
Boat access and guide timing matter more than shore access; the site is best treated as a resort-style dive.
Legal Notes
Follow local boat and current procedures, and treat the overhangs as overhead space rather than open reef.
Local Intel For Alidhoo Caves
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A reef-wall dive with overhangs, sheltered pockets, and occasional pelagic pass-bys in the blue.
Wildlife at Alidhoo Caves
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Recent Logged Visits At Alidhoo Caves
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Alidhoo Caves
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