Fainu Corner

This dive site, Fainu Corner, is a renowned drift dive located in the Raa Atoll of the Maldives. It caters to all levels of divers, offering a dynamic underwater experience where divers navigate along a relatively steep reef. Beginners can enjoy a gentle drift along the upper overhangs between 10-15 meters, while more experienced divers can explore deeper sections around 25 meters, where additional overhangs and potentially stronger currents await. There is no specific history or story provided for this site. The vibrant ecosystem of Fainu Corner is teeming with marine life. Divers can expect to encounter pelagic species such as eagle rays, gray reef sharks, stingrays, and nurse sharks. Smaller inhabitants include zackis, a variety of lobsters, snails, and crabs. The reef itself is spectacular, fully covered with colorful soft corals, particularly when currents are present, creating a magnificent underwater garden. The best time to visit Fainu Corner for optimal conditions is often during the dry season (December to May) when visibility is generally at its peak, though the Maldives offers good diving year-round. Given its drift dive nature and the recommendation for Nitrox/Deep specialties, it's advisable for divers to be comfortable with current diving. Freedivers can also enjoy the site, especially the shallower, colorful sections. It's an ideal spot for wide-angle photography due to the diverse big marine life and stunning coral landscapes.