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Banana Reef
A banana-shaped North Malé thila with caves, overhangs, and rich fish life.
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Local operator required
Boat access is the normal way to reach the reef, and the dive is best planned through a local operator or resort center.
Boat-access thila with dramatic rock and cave features, moderate current, and broad marine life.
About Banana Reef
Banana Reef is a banana-shaped thila in North Malé Atoll with steep coral walls, caves, overhangs, and a shallow-to-deeper reef profile. The site is a classic boat dive with strong photographic appeal, a protected feel, and plenty of fish life around the rocks and canyons. It is best enjoyed when current is managed well and the dive is planned for calmer morning conditions.
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Research Estimate At Banana Reef
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentModerate current
Where Is Banana Reef?
This spotNearby spots
Community sourced coordinates.
Banana Reef Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
4m - 30m
Depth Note
A banana-shaped thila rises from a shallow top into caves and overhangs that continue to about 30 m.
Best Season
Northeast Monsoon (December-April) usually gives the clearest water; year-round dives are common.
Typical Conditions
Thila profile with caves, canyons, and overhangs; current ranges from moderate to stronger on some days.
Safety & Access At Banana Reef
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
Caves, canyons, and overhangs call for disciplined buoyancy and no-penetration discipline unless trained.
Access Restrictions
Boat-only access and moderate current mean timing matters.
Legal Notes
Protected marine area.
Local Intel For Banana Reef
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A classic North Malé thila with caves and overhangs that works best when divers are comfortable reading current.
Wildlife at Banana Reef
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Banana Reef
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Banana Reef
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
