Embudu House Reef

Accessible house reef, vibrant marine life, excellent for all divers.

Shore Access
9m Avg Depth
19m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, Embudu House Reef, is a highly accessible and vibrant underwater location situated in the Maldives. It serves as an excellent entry point for novice divers while still offering plenty of interest for experienced ones. As a house reef, it is easily navigated directly from the shore, providing a convenient and stress-free diving experience. The reef teems with diverse marine life, offering regular sightings of green turtles as they feed amongst the corals. Reef sharks are also a common presence, gracefully patrolling the reef. Smaller reef inhabitants include numerous angelfish, triggerfish, and large schools of sweetlips, contributing to the reef's colorful and dynamic ecosystem. With its shallow average depth of 9 meters and a maximum of 19 meters, Embudu House Reef is ideal for extended bottom times and a relaxed dive. Its calm conditions and abundant life make it perfect for both scuba divers and freedivers looking to explore the Maldivian underwater world directly from the island's edge. The marine life is present year-round, offering consistent experiences.
Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Very Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Good
Water Visibility Very Good Viz

Plan Your Visit

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Marine Life

triggerfishsweetlipsturtlesharkangelfishreef shark

Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

Easily accessible from shore, shallow average depth, and rich marine life suitable for beginners and advanced alike.

Current Strength:

Mild

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