Banana Reef

A historic North Malé reef with sloping coral, overhangs and schooling reef fish, adaptable to a range of qualified divers when current permits.

Plan Your Dive Marine life here

DifficultyBeginner to intermediate

Depth5–30 m

CurrentMild to strong depending on tide

Best seasonNov–May

Site overview

About Banana Reef

Banana Reef offers several profiles across a long curved reef. Beginner suitability depends on the exact section and flow, so guides may use a sheltered line or choose another site.

Layered reef suitable for varied profiles
Schooling reef fish and overhangs
Convenient North Malé access

Conditions

Plan the profile around the day

Water27–30 °C

Visibility15–30 m typical

CurrentMild to strong depending on tide

Dive typesReef dive · Wall dive

Marine-life context

Species commonly associated with this site

BannerfishMoray eelsNapoleon wrasseTurtles

These are typical or possible encounters, not guaranteed sightings.

Safety

Tips for diving Banana Reef

01Stay on the guide-selected side of the reef in moving water.

02Keep clear of overhang ceilings and maintain buoyancy.

03Boat traffic makes controlled ascents and SMB use important.