Rasdhoo Madivaru

An outer-reef and channel system where early starts and current-led profiles can offer possible pelagic encounters for experienced divers.

Plan Your Dive Marine life here

DifficultyAdvanced

Depth15–35 m

CurrentModerate to strong

Best seasonJan–Apr

Site overview

About Rasdhoo Madivaru

Madivaru combines a sloping outer reef with blue-water exposure. Pelagic sightings are possible rather than predictable, so a strong plan includes the reef itself, conservative depth control and an agreed lost-diver procedure.

Possible pelagic route at first light
Clear-water outer-reef topography
Current, depth and group readiness assessed

Conditions

Plan the profile around the day

Water27–30 °C

Visibility20–35 m typical

CurrentModerate to strong

Dive typesOuter reef · Blue-water drift

Marine-life context

Species commonly associated with this site

Possible hammerhead sharksEagle raysGrey reef sharksTuna

These are typical or possible encounters, not guaranteed sightings.

Safety

Tips for diving Rasdhoo Madivaru

01Blue-water descents require close buddy and guide contact.

02Use conservative depth and gas limits when visibility pulls attention offshore.

03Carry audible and visual surface-signalling equipment.