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Kandooma Caves
Channel cave dive off Kandooma Island.
Large overhangs and cavern passages make this a more involved channel dive with torch work and bigger reef life.
About Kandooma Caves
Kandooma Caves is a channel dive off Kandooma Island with large overhangs, cavern passages, and a torch-friendly interior that rewards slow exploration. It suits confident divers who are comfortable with a more involved boat dive, where current and low-light sections are part of the experience and the reef edge often brings bigger marine life. The site is best treated as a committed dive rather than a casual drift or open-water sightseeing pass.
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Research Estimate At Kandooma Caves
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesExcellent facilities
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Kandooma Caves?
Community sourced coordinates.
Kandooma Caves Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 20m
Depth Note
Overhangs are described around 20 m, with one ceiling opening creating a window at about 10 m.
Best Season
December to April.
Typical Conditions
Channel dive with overhangs, darker sections, and current that can range from mild to strong.
Safety & Access At Kandooma Caves
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Overhead environmentStrong current
Safety Notes
Torch, buoyancy, and current management matter more than speed here.
Access Restrictions
Boat access from Kandooma or nearby South Malé operators; a torch is strongly recommended for the darker sections.
Local Intel For Kandooma Caves
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A channel dive with overhangs around 20 m; a torch is highly recommended.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive site; the current and overheads make it a scuba-first dive.
Snorkeling
Not a casual snorkeling target because the key features sit in a current-affected channel and low-light cave system.
Wildlife at Kandooma Caves
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Kandooma Caves
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Kandooma Caves
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
