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Miyaru Giri
Miyaru Giri is a shark-rich channel pinnacle with strong current.
Local operator required
The current line and channel position are easier to manage with a local guide.
Miyaru Giri is a boat-led channel pinnacle in Raa Atoll, suited to divers who want current, shark life, and a straightforward boat run.
About Miyaru Giri
Miyaru Giri is an underwater pinnacle in a channel near Kadholhudhoo Island. The top starts shallow and the site drops quickly into a steep channel feature with large coral blocks on the southern side that create the main structure. The dive is known for snapper, sweetlips, eagle rays, grey reef sharks, whitetip reef sharks, nurse sharks, tuna, and hawksbill turtles, with current-aware diving the norm.
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Research Estimate At Miyaru Giri
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentVery strong current
Where Is Miyaru Giri?
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Miyaru Giri Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 30m
Depth Note
Pinnacle top starts around 6-7m and drops to 30m, with large coral blocks and overhangs on the southern side.
Best Season
Year-round
Typical Conditions
Current-aware channel-pinnacle diving with shark life, canyon swim-throughs, and coral blocks on the southern side.
Safety & Access At Miyaru Giri
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Dangerous wildlifeStrong current
Safety Notes
Treat it as a current-aware pinnacle dive and watch the descent line closely when the flow is up.
Access Restrictions
Guided boat access recommended because of current and channel position.
Local Intel For Miyaru Giri
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A classic scuba pinnacle for certified divers comfortable with current and larger shark encounters.
Freediving
Experienced freedivers can use the shallow top in calm conditions, but the site is primarily a scuba dive because the action drops quickly into the pinnacle and channel.
Snorkeling
Not a primary snorkel site; the useful line sits on the pinnacle and channel edges rather than a calm shallow reef.
Wildlife at Miyaru Giri
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Miyaru Giri
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Miyaru Giri
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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