Maldives

Himmafushi

Himmafushi is a small island town in the Kaafu Atoll in the Maldives. While the atoll is a famous diving area, this specific village has limited on-island diving assets. Access to diving comes from nearby liveaboards and guest centers that operate from nearby atolls, with conditions typical of the central Maldives: warm, clear saltwater with vibrant reef life just offshore and shallow lagoons. Because the island itself has few dive centers, most divers stay nearby for day trips or short excursions to surrounding sites, including house reefs at guest stays and quick boat access to more varied reefs. If you’re visiting, check with local operators about entry points, current currents, and beginner-friendly drop-off points in the lagoon area.

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 Himmafushi

Nearby Dive Sites (66)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Himmafushi

The best time to dive in Himmafushi

The best months to dive in Himmafushi 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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