Official Maldives destination guide used for broad reef and marine-life context.
North Malé reef with fish schools and current.
North Malé reef with fish schools and current.
Boat-access reef off North Malé with a shallow top, coral blocks, a small wall and sandy slopes. The site is known for bannerfish and blue-striped snappers, plus lionfish, morays, garden eels, flounders and Titan triggerfish around the blocks. Plan it as a current-aware boat dive that still suits confident beginners when the day is settled.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
2m - 32m
Depth Note
Shallow reef top starts around 2 m; maximum depth approximately 32 m.
Best Season
Year-round
Typical Conditions
Shallow reef with coral blocks, sand slopes, and a small wall; current is the main variable.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Watch buoyancy on the coral blocks and ask the crew about the current before entry; the site can change quickly with the tide.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only from North Malé; the crew chooses the dive around current and visibility.
Legal Notes
Follow standard boat and reef briefings; keep clear of the coral blocks and follow local etiquette.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A varied profile from about 2–32 m with coral blocks, a small drop-off, and sandy slopes.
Freediving
The shallow top makes surface viewing possible in calm water, but current can narrow the usable window.
Snorkeling
Surface viewing is possible on settled days over the shallow top, though current can shorten the time on site.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Official Maldives destination guide used for broad reef and marine-life context.
Operator page describing daily boat trips, site selection by visibility/current/marine life, and equipment rental.
Directory-style page with depth and current notes for Maagiri Reef.
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