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Grey reef sharks and experienced divers at the edge of Miyaru KanduVaavu Atoll — public-safe area only
Vaavu Atoll · Channel / kandu

Miyaru Kandu

A classic Vaavu channel dive where incoming current can bring schooling fish and grey reef sharks to the channel mouth.

DifficultyAdvanced
Depth15–35 m
CurrentModerate to very strong
Best seasonJan–Apr
Site overview

About Miyaru Kandu

Miyaru Kandu is planned around tide and incoming current. Experienced groups may hold near the channel edge before drifting inside, while guides change or cancel the route when flow and diver readiness do not align.

  • Current-facing shark observation
  • Wide channel-mouth topography
  • Route chosen from tide and group readiness
Conditions

Plan the profile around the day

Water27–30 °C
Visibility20–35 m typical
CurrentModerate to very strong
Dive typesChannel dive · Drift dive
Marine-life context

Species commonly associated with this site

Grey reef sharksEagle raysTunaTrevally
These are typical or possible encounters, not guaranteed sightings.
Safety

Tips for diving Miyaru Kandu

01A negative entry may be required; descend only with the guide.
02Keep a conservative depth and gas reserve before entering the channel.
03Use an SMB and accept a substitute site when current is unsuitable.

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