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Published Feb 9, 2024Independent coverage noting strong currents and heavy boat traffic off Hulhumalé.
Dive Spot Guide•
Foah Malé
Foah Malé is a boat dive near Malé for experienced shark divers.
Local operator required
Guide-led boat diving is the practical way to dive this site because of traffic and open-water exposure.
A blue-water shark dive off Hulhumalé where open-water conditions, boat traffic, and variable visibility shape the experience.
About Foah Malé
Foah Malé is an advanced blue-water dive off Hulhumalé near Malé, with a reef edge that drops into blue water and a profile that suits experienced divers. The site is known for shark and ray encounters rather than dense coral scenery, and the mix of tiger, bull, hammerhead, grey reef, lemon, and guitarfish sightings makes it a strong pelagic stop. Boat traffic is part of the site character, so disciplined entries, ascents, and surface signaling matter.
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Research Estimate At Foah Malé
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentModerate current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Foah Malé?
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Foah Malé Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
25m - 30m
Depth Note
The site is described around 25-30 m, with long blue-water hangs and a possible reef start.
Best Season
December to April
Typical Conditions
Blue-water shark dive with a reef start, variable visibility, and traffic-heavy surface conditions.
Safety & Access At Foah Malé
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Boat trafficDangerous wildlifeLow visibilityStrong current
Safety Notes
High boat traffic; DSMB is required.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; guide-led diving is strongly preferred.
Legal Notes
Use local boat-traffic procedures and surface signaling in this traffic-heavy area.
Local Intel For Foah Malé
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best for advanced scuba divers with deep-dive experience; use disciplined descents, good buoyancy, and an SMB on ascent.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first site; the blue-water depth and boat traffic make guided scuba the better fit.
Snorkeling
Not a casual snorkel site; the action is below the surface and traffic makes surface-only use poor.
Wildlife at Foah Malé
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Foah Malé
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Foah Malé
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
