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Official protected-areas page covering the Guraidhoo channel and shark encounters.
Dive Spot Guide•
Guraidhoo Corner
Boat channel corner with sharks, rays, and strong current.
Local operator required
Use a South Male operator that knows the channel, current, and reef-hook setup.
South Male channel corner with boat access, strong incoming or outgoing current, overhangs, and shark/ray encounters that reward experienced divers.
About Guraidhoo Corner
Guraidhoo Corner is a South Male channel corner where a shallow slope quickly gives way to a wall-like drop-off, overhangs, and ledges. The site is known for fast-moving water and big animal action, with grey reef sharks, eagle rays, trevally, barracuda, and napoleons patrolling the channel while the protected reef sections hold fans, soft corals, and schooling fish.
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Research Estimate At Guraidhoo Corner
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Guraidhoo Corner?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Guraidhoo Corner Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
1m - 40m
Depth Note
A shallow slope leads to a vertical drop-off around 40 m, with marine life often seen around the mid-depths.
Best Season
December to May
Typical Conditions
Better sea conditions in the northeast monsoon, with calm surface days, strong channel movement, and clear water on good runs.
Safety & Access At Guraidhoo Corner
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong current
Safety Notes
Plan for strong currents and depth changes, and use reef hooks if conditions call for them.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; local operator and guide support are typically needed.
Legal Notes
The Guraidhoo channel is a protected marine area, so dive it under local rules.
Local Intel For Guraidhoo Corner
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A classic channel drift with overhangs and ledges, plus shark and ray encounters on the reef edge.
Freediving
The current and depth changes make this primarily a scuba site rather than a freedive objective.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel-first site; the main action is underwater on the channel edge.
Recent Logged Visits At Guraidhoo Corner
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Guraidhoo Corner
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility25m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
