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Official tourism page noting three dive centres on Maafushi and many boat-accessible sites nearby.
Dive Spot Guide•
Maafushi Caves
Boat-accessed cave and overhang dive with strong current.
Local operator required
Local operator support is the normal way to handle boat timing, current planning, and the cave line.
A pass site with caves, overhangs, soft coral, abundant reef life, and a current profile that rewards careful timing and steady buoyancy.
About Maafushi Caves
Maafushi Caves is a boat-accessed cave and overhang dive in a pass near Maafushi, with a shallow opening that leads into a deeper reef cut and a sheltered roof of soft coral. The site is best for divers who like clear structure, busy reef life, and a current-aware profile that rewards timing, trim, and conservative overhead discipline.
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Research Estimate At Maafushi Caves
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 18m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Maafushi Caves?
Community sourced coordinates.
Maafushi Caves Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 22m
Depth Note
The cave opens shallow and drops through the reef into a deeper overhang, so divers get a quick read on the structure before deciding how far to commit.
Typical Conditions
Current-aware pass diving with readable structure, strong fish life, and enough visibility to make the cave easy to follow.
Safety & Access At Maafushi Caves
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Strong currentOverhead environment
Safety Notes
Keep an eye on the pass current, stay close to the group, and treat the caves and overhangs as overhead structure.
Access Restrictions
Best for divers comfortable with current and overhead structure. A local briefing and tide timing matter.
Legal Notes
Follow operator guidance for current timing and keep clear of tight sections unless trained and briefed.
Local Intel For Maafushi Caves
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A current-aware cave and overhang dive with a shallow entry and a deeper reef cut.
Wildlife at Maafushi Caves
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Maafushi Caves
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Maafushi Caves
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility18m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
