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Dive Spot Guide•
Lion'S Head
Lion's Head is a famous North Malé reef with overhangs and sharks.
Local operator required
Boat access and current planning are typically handled by local operators.
South of Thilafushi, this channel reef combines a lion-shaped overhang, coral gardens, and pelagic life for experienced divers.
About Lion'S Head
Lion's Head is a reef dive site south of Thilafushi Reef, defined by a lion-shaped overhang and a shallow start that quickly gives way to a much deeper wall. The reef combines coral gardens, overhangs, and open-water blue water, so it suits divers who want a classic Maldivian channel reef with serious current and big-fish potential. Expect sharks, tuna, eagle rays, and dense reef life around the structure.
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Research Estimate At Lion'S Head
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
Where Is Lion'S Head?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Lion'S Head Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
3m - 40m
Depth Note
Reef top around 3 m, with overhangs and caves in the upper 25 m before the wall drops deeper.
Best Season
year-round
Typical Conditions
Best dived on an incoming tide when current flows into the atoll.
Safety & Access At Lion'S Head
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Dangerous wildlifeOverhead environmentStrong current
Safety Notes
Depth increases quickly and there is an overhang; plan depth limits and maintain awareness around overhead features. Sharks may be present.
Access Restrictions
Best dived with local operator guidance because channel conditions and protected-area rules apply.
Legal Notes
Protected marine area / fish protection area; follow local rules and operator briefings.
Local Intel For Lion'S Head
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Channel reef with a shallow top, overhangs, and deeper wall sections; best for experienced divers.
Wildlife at Lion'S Head
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Lion'S Head
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Lion'S Head
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility30m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
