lunbo giri
Pinnacle with rich corals, diverse fish life, and excellent macro.
Boat Access
9m Avg Depth
19m Max Depth
About this dive site
This dive site, Lumboa Giri, is a compact yet diverse pinnacle located near Kuda Giri in the Maldives. Underwater, divers will navigate around an interesting coral-encrusted pinnacle featuring natural swim-throughs and overhangs, offering various nooks and crannies to explore. It's a relatively small site, allowing for thorough exploration during a single dive, making it a great option for multiple visits.
The site boasts a rich marine ecosystem with vibrant hard and soft corals forming the foundation of its beauty. Divers can expect to encounter numerous small reef fishes, intriguing macro life such as octopus, and occasionally spot larger visitors like hawksbill turtles, dogtooth tunas, and bluefin trevallies. Garden eels can also be found in sandy patches.
While no specific best time is mentioned, the Maldives generally offers excellent diving year-round, with calmer conditions often found during certain monsoon transitions. Lumboa Giri is a highlight for macro enthusiasts and photographers, providing ample opportunities for close-up shots. Its moderate depth and accessible features make it suitable for both scuba divers of all levels and freedivers seeking an engaging underwater experience.
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Plan Your Visit
coral reefpinnaclemacro photographyswim-throughoverhangsturtlereef fishbeginner friendly
Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
Shallow depths, varied marine life, and interesting topography including swim-throughs suit all skill levels.
Hazards:
currents
Current Strength:
Variable
This dive site information and pictures are sponsored by Maldives Passions
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