fuvahmulah.gov.mv · Official
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Farikede
Protected south-point plateau dive for pelagics off Fuvahmulah.
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Boat dives usually follow the south reef in blue-water current, with guide timing and sea state deciding how comfortable the drift feels.
About Farikede
Farikede is a protected south-point plateau and wall dive off Fuvahmulah, where a sloping reef edge quickly gives way to blue water and pelagic traffic. It is best known as an advanced guided boat drift for shark, manta, tuna, and barracuda encounters in open-ocean current.
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Research Estimate At Farikede
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessModerate entry effort
Coral HealthMixed health
Marine LifeExceptional variety
Current StrengthStrong current
Surge StrengthStrong surge
Where Is Farikede?
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Farikede Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 60m
Depth Note
Public sources describe the reef starting around 10-15 m and a deeper plateau around 35-60 m, while guided recreational profiles are commonly planned to about 30 m.
Best Season
Farikede is usually favored from November to May, with the clearest island-wide conditions commonly reported from January to April.
Typical Conditions
A blue-water drift along a sloping southern reef and plateau, with strong current and open-ocean exposure shaping the route.
Safety & Access At Farikede
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Dangerous wildlifeStrong currentSurgeWaves
Safety Notes
This is an advanced boat drift site. Follow local guide timing, stay within certification and gas limits, and expect stronger current, swell, and large-animal traffic.
Access Restrictions
Farikede is typically dived by boat with a local operator guiding entries and current timing. Access must follow marine protected area rules and any active shark-interaction guidance.
Legal Notes
Farikede has been a marine protected area since 22 July 2020. Anchoring, waste disposal, and removing marine life, coral, sand, or rock are prohibited inside the protected area.
Local Intel For Farikede
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
Advanced boat drift dive on the south reef and plateau, usually planned with local guides who time current and pelagic passes.
Farikede Dive Conditions Planner
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Wildlife at Farikede
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Recent Logged Visits At Farikede
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Farikede
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Conditions
Avg. Visibility30m
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Farikede Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Farikede Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
protectedareas.environment.gov.mv · Official
sharkheavenfuvahmulah.com · Operator
www.fuvahmulahcentraldivecenter.com · Operator
www.pelagicdiversfuvahmulah.com · Operator
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