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Dive Spot Guide•
Maamigili Beyru
A whale-shark hotspot in South Ari Atoll.
Boat access, a strong-current window, and big-fish sightings make this a classic South Ari reef dive.
About Maamigili Beyru
Maamigili Beyru is a whale-shark reef at the southern end of South Ari Atoll. The site is boat accessed and starts as a sloping outer reef before turning into a steeper wall, so it feels more like a big-animal reef than a relaxed house reef. Whale sharks are the headline draw, but the reef also sees rays, turtles, sharks, and plenty of schooling fish along the edge. It suits divers who are comfortable with boat logistics, current awareness, and keeping a careful eye on surface traffic.
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Research Estimate At Maamigili Beyru
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentStrong current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Maamigili Beyru?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Maamigili Beyru Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 40m
Depth Note
The outer reef slopes to about 10 m before dropping into a wall over 40 m.
Best Season
April to November, with whale-shark chances year-round.
Typical Conditions
A sloping outer reef that turns into a deeper wall, with current that can run strong and traffic that can be busy.
Safety & Access At Maamigili Beyru
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficStrong current
Safety Notes
Boat traffic can be heavy, especially when surfacing; an SMB is highly recommended. Dive direction is chosen based on current.
Access Restrictions
Use a surface marker and keep a close eye on boat traffic.
Legal Notes
The site sits inside the South Ari Atoll marine-protected area.
Local Intel For Maamigili Beyru
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Boat access to a sloping outer reef and wall where whale sharks and other big pelagics are the main draw.
Freediving
This is more of a scuba and snorkel whale-shark reef than a freedive-specific site.
Snorkeling
The site is also known as a surface whale-shark spot, so snorkel access is part of the appeal.
Wildlife at Maamigili Beyru
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Maamigili Beyru
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Maamigili Beyru
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility25m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
