Exact site layout, boat trip time, shallow top reef, slope, and marine life.
Boat-accessed North Male reef with a shallow top
Boat-accessed North Male reef with a shallow top
Guided boat diving from a local dive center is the normal way to reach the site.
Shallow Point is a boat-accessed North Male reef between Meeru Island and Meeru Corner, with a very shallow top broken by reef blocks before the slope falls onto a deeper plateau. The site suits relaxed drift-style dives and gives you both shallow reef action and an easy route to the drop-off, where turtles, rays, and reef sharks may pass through.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
4m - 30m
Depth Note
Shallow reef top around 4 m with reef blocks, sloping down to a plateau at about 25–30 m.
Best Season
November to April, with the calmest seas and milder currents.
Typical Conditions
Easy drift-style reef dive with a shallow top reef, reef blocks, and a slope to a deeper plateau.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
The shallow top reef is manageable, but the slope drops to a deeper plateau and currents can increase on some days.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; plan around the day's boat schedule and sea state.
Legal Notes
Follow resort and dive-operator marine rules.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Boat-accessed shallow reef with a relaxed drift feel and a route that naturally leads toward the deeper plateau.
Freediving
The shallow top reef can work for experienced freedivers in calm conditions, but the site is mainly arranged for boat dives.
Snorkeling
The top reef is the only part that suits snorkelling, and only when conditions are calm enough for a comfortable surface swim.
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.
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Research Sources
Exact site layout, boat trip time, shallow top reef, slope, and marine life.
Easy drift dive, average coral life, mild currents, and broad marine life for Shallow Point.
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