Plongée à North Malé Atoll — Maldives

North Malé Atoll surrounds the Maldivian capital and international airport, making it the easiest atoll to reach. Famous channels like Banana Reef and Manta Point deliver reliable big-animal encounters just minutes from luxury resorts. The warm, gin-clear water and world-class resort infrastructure make it a premier honeymoon-and-dive destination.

Score
77.1
Visibilité
15–40m
Température
27–30°C
Meilleurs mois
January, February, March
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North Malé Atoll
MaldivesIndian Ocean
77.1

SCORE

4.4000°N

73.5500°E

North Malé Atoll surrounds the Maldivian capital and international airport, making it the easiest atoll to reach. Famous channels like Banana Reef and Manta Point deliver reliable big-animal encounters just minutes from luxury resorts. The warm, gin-clear water and world-class resort infrastructure make it a premier honeymoon-and-dive destination.

The Maldives' Most Accessible Diving

Visibility15–40 m
Temperature27–30°C
Max Depth40 m
Currentmoderate
2-Tank Dive$130
Best MonthsJanuary, February, March, April
CertificationOpen WaterIntermediate

Score Breakdown

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ML82.0CH72.0VIS82.0SV80.0TMP90.0DA72.0OP85.0TS85.0GT82.0VAL45.0CRD55.0SP85.0

Marine Life

82.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
78
Megafauna Encounters
88
Reef Fish Abundance
80
Macro Life
65
Endemic Species
62
Marine Life Diversity
82.0
Coral & Reef Health
72.0
Visibility & Conditions
82.0
Dive Site Variety
80.0
Water Temperature
90.0
Depth & Access
72.0
Operator Quality
85.0
Topside Experience
85.0
Getting There
82.0
Value & Cost
45.0
Crowding
55.0
Social Proof
85.0

Dive Types

reefchanneldriftwall

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.

Activities for Non-Divers

Malé city toursunset dolphin cruisesandbank picnicoverwater spa

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Malé Friday Mosque (Hukuru Miskiy)
  • National Museum of Maldives

Non-Diver Score

9/10

Excellent for non-divers — they'll love it here.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifemoderate

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber15 km — Bandos Island Hyperbaric Centre
Nearest Hospital10 km

Bandos hyperbaric centre is the primary chamber for the region; Indira Gandhi Memorial Hospital in Malé

Skill LevelIntermediate
Current Strengthmoderate

Top Operators

Euro-Divers Maldives

PADI

4.8
280 reviewsNITROX

Dive & Sail Maldives

PADI

4.7
200 reviewsNITROX