Kaalhu Maizaan

This dive site, Kaalhu Maizaan, is located in the beautiful Maldives, offering a vibrant and diverse underwater experience. It features a steep reef dropping to a maximum depth of 20 meters, with an average depth around 10 meters, making it accessible for various dive profiles. Divers can explore small overhangs at different depths, which are adorned with colorful and decorated roofs, creating an engaging and picturesque landscape for underwater exploration. The reef at Kaalhu Maizaan is home to a rich variety of marine life. Divers can expect to encounter numerous reef fish such as trigger fish, parrot fish, and angelfish. Larger pelagic species like stingrays, eagle rays, and sharks are also present. Moray eels, octopus, and lobsters can be spotted among the reef's crevices. The hard coral formations provide a foundation for an ecosystem, complemented by delicate purple whip corals, small gorgonian, and spiral black corals that decorate the bottom, showcasing excellent macro potential. The Maldives generally offers excellent diving conditions year-round, with specific seasons influencing pelagic encounters. For Kaalhu Maizaan, the vibrant coral life and reef inhabitants are a constant draw. Freedivers will find the moderate depths and interesting topography highly suitable for breath-hold diving. Divers should be prepared for potentially variable currents, which can enhance drift diving experiences and bring in larger marine life. Early morning or late afternoon dives might offer increased chances of spotting active predators.