MADUVVARI DHEKUNU KANN
Advanced channel dive with strong currents and abundant pelagic life.
Boat Access
11m Avg Depth
23m Max Depth
About this dive site
This dive site, Maduvvari Dhekunu Kann, is celebrated as one of the best in the Maldives, strategically located on a channel corner west of Le Meridien Maldives. It offers an exhilarating experience, often involving drift diving due to the strong currents, which are a defining characteristic of this site. While no specific history or navigation challenges beyond the currents are mentioned, divers can expect a dynamic underwater environment.
The site is teeming with marine life, boasting massive numbers of fusiliers and snappers that create vibrant schooling displays. Pelagic species are a major draw, with schooling sharks, napoleon wrasse, and various other large pelagic fish regularly sighted, making every dive a spectacular encounter.
Maduvvari Dhekunu Kann is best visited during periods suitable for strong current diving in the Maldives, which often means good conditions year-round for pelagic sightings. It is recommended for experienced divers comfortable with deep dives in challenging conditions, ensuring they can fully appreciate the rich biodiversity and thrilling drift experiences.
Diving
Plan Your Visit
drift divesharkcoral reefwall diveadvanced onlystrong currentswide anglepelagic
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Advanced
Strong currents and deep dives require experience, making it suitable for advanced divers only.
Hazards:
strong currentsdepth
Current Strength:
Strong
This dive site information and pictures are sponsored by Sub Oceanic @ Le Méridien Maldives
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