Kottefaru Wall

Spectacular wall drift dive with fire coral and manta cleaning stations.

Boat Access
11m Avg Depth
22m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, Kottefaru Wall, is a spectacular drift dive found in the Southeast of Raa Atoll, Maldives. The dive commences around 12 meters, following a vibrant wall that plunges well beyond 80 meters. Navigation involves drifting along the reef edge, making it an exhilarating experience where buoyancy control is key. There is no specific historical story provided for this natural formation. The wall is particularly special for its bright pink fire coral, abundant around 18 meters, creating a stunning visual display. Along the reef edge, divers can observe several active manta ray cleaning stations, offering incredible opportunities to encounter these majestic creatures. The healthy reef ecosystem also supports a diverse array of reef fish and other smaller marine invertebrates. The major highlights of Kottefaru Wall include the vibrant pink fire coral and the active manta ray cleaning stations. The best time to visit for manta ray encounters is generally during the calmer monsoon period when plankton blooms are prevalent, though specific months vary seasonally. Divers should be proficient in drift diving techniques and buoyancy control to maximize their experience at this stunning site.
Diving Freediving

Site Ratings

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

Plan Your Visit

drift divewall divecoral reefmanta raywide angle

Marine Life

reef fishfire coralmanta ray

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Intermediate

Drift dive with potential currents and deep wall drops requires good buoyancy and experience.

Hazards:
depthstrong currents
Current Strength:

Moderate

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