Maldives

Maafilaafushi

Maafilaafushi is a small island town in the Maldives, situated in the Lhaviyani Atoll along the Indian Ocean. It isn’t a primary diving hub, and local diving options are limited by the atoll’s remote location. Nearby dive centers and typical Maldives diving activity focus on house reefs, drift dives, and manta-turtle encounters on more developed atolls. For divers visiting, expect clear warm waters, rich tropical fish, and easy access to resort or guesthouse dive operators, with potential day trips to surrounding reefs depending on local arrangements.

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 Maafilaafushi

Nearby Dive Sites (1)

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Maafilaafushi

The best time to dive in Maafilaafushi

The best months to dive in Maafilaafushi 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 7/10
03 - Mar.
28 °C 30 °C 6/10
04 - Apr.
29 °C 30 °C 6/10
05 - May
29 °C 30 °C 4/10
06 - Jun.
29 °C 30 °C 5/10
07 - Jul.
28 °C 29 °C 4/10
08 - Aug.
28 °C 29 °C 4/10
09 - Sept.
28 °C 29 °C 5/10
10 - Oct.
28 °C 29 °C 4/10
11 - Nov.
28 °C 29 °C 6/10
12 - Dec.
27 °C 29 °C 5/10

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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