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Mullikolhu Fara
Boat-access reef and wall dive with mantas in Addu Atoll
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Boat-access reef dive in Addu Atoll with a shallow top reef, wall structure, and manta-point history. Healthy coral and abundant marine life make it a strong all-round Maldives reef.
About Mullikolhu Fara
A reef in the southeast of Addu Atoll, Mullikolhu Fara combines a shallow top reef with a vertical wall and a long manta history. Healthy hard corals, gorgonians, reef sharks, and other large marine life give the site broad appeal, while WWII anti-submarine net remnants across the channel add a distinct historical layer for divers.
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Research Estimate At Mullikolhu Fara
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentLight current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Mullikolhu Fara?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Mullikolhu Fara Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 30m
Depth Note
The reef top is reported around five to twelve meters, with a wall dropping to about thirty meters and the site living as a reef-and-channel system.
Best Season
Year-round; January-April usually brings the best weather and visibility, while July-September is quieter and still very good.
Typical Conditions
Warm clear water, a shallow top reef, a wall, and channel influence; manta rays can be seen year-round.
Safety & Access At Mullikolhu Fara
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Entanglement riskStrong current
Safety Notes
Maintain buoyancy near the wall and keep distance from manta rays and any net remnants. Channel movement can increase around moon phases.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only via a local dive center or dhoni. Site conditions and channel movement mean a guided briefing is important.
Legal Notes
Follow local boat and guide rules, and treat the historical net remnants as no-touch site features.
Local Intel For Mullikolhu Fara
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Boat-access reef dive with a 5-12 m top reef, a wall to about 30 m, table corals, gorgonians, and manta potential.
Freediving
Best on the shallow top reef in calm conditions; the wall and channel edge are better handled on scuba.
Snorkeling
Not a primary snorkel site. The shallow top reef can work in calm water, but the main features are better appreciated underwater.
Wildlife at Mullikolhu Fara
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Mullikolhu Fara
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Mullikolhu Fara
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
