Olhuveli House Reef

This dive site, the Olhuveli House Reef, is conveniently accessed directly from the main jetty, where a dive school facilitates entry for both divers and snorkelers. It features a seamless drop-off, making it an ideal spot for exploration. As a renowned house reef in the Maldives, it offers an accessible and vibrant underwater experience with no specific historical narrative beyond its natural formation and status as a resort highlight. The reef is teeming with diverse marine life, most notably nightly visits from manta rays, alongside schools of eagle rays. Green and hawksbill turtles are frequently spotted. Larger pelagic species such as giant trevally, tunas, and jack fish patrol the drop-off, while curious frogfish can be found closer to the reef. The coral structures provide habitat for numerous smaller reef fish and invertebrates, contributing to a rich ecosystem. The Olhuveli House Reef is exceptional year-round, with the highlight being the almost nightly aggregation of feeding manta rays, particularly prominent during certain seasons for plankton blooms. Its shallow maximum depth and easy access make it perfect for beginner divers, while the abundant marine life offers fantastic wide-angle photographic opportunities. Freedivers will appreciate the clear waters and the chance to encounter large animals in a relaxed environment.