Maldives

Dhiffushi

Dhiffushi - photo 1

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Dhiffushi is a small inhabited island in Kaafu Atoll, Maldives. While the atoll is renowned for its pristine lagoons and clear tropical waters, Dhiffushi itself is more of a residential and local-island hub than a major dive center. Access to diving is typically via local operators on nearby atolls or resort-based centers that run day trips to surrounding reefs, walls, and drift dives. The Maldives offers calm conditions, warm water year-round, and abundant reef life across the atolls, but this particular atoll isn’t known for famous wrecks or standout sites on its own. Divers visiting Dhiffushi should plan with a nearby center for guided dives and ensure sun protection and reef-safe practices to protect the delicate lagoon ecosystems.

Essential information for traveling in Maldives

About Maldives

Sea
Laccadive Sea, Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean
Timezone
Indian/Maldives
Languages
DV
Demonym
Maldivan
Phone prefix
+960

Practicalities

Currency
MVR
Voltage
230
Plug type
Type G
Airports
MLE GAN

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Dhiffushi

Nearby Dive Sites (28)

Nearby Dive Centers (2)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Dhiffushi

The best time to dive in Dhiffushi

The best months to dive in Dhiffushi are from March. Temperatures are confortable (28°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
27 °C 29 °C 4/10
02 - Feb.
28 °C 29 °C 6/10
03 - Mar.
28 °C 30 °C 4/10
04 - Apr.
29 °C 30 °C 6/10
05 - May
29 °C 30 °C 4/10
06 - Jun.
29 °C 29 °C 5/10
07 - Jul.
28 °C 30 °C 4/10
08 - Aug.
28 °C 29 °C 5/10
09 - Sept.
28 °C 29 °C 5/10
10 - Oct.
28 °C 29 °C 4/10
11 - Nov.
28 °C 29 °C 4/10
12 - Dec.
27 °C 28 °C 4/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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