When is the best time to dive Fushi Kandu?

The typical diving season is December to April. Conditions vary year to year, so confirm locally before booking.

Is Fushi Kandu good for snorkelling?

Not really - this is a scuba site rather than a snorkelling spot.

Captivating underwater view of a vibrant coral reef in Maldives, showcasing diverse marine life.

Maldives · Laamu Atoll

Fushi Kandu

Best time to dive

December to April

What you might see

Eagle rayLikely
Grey reef sharkLikely
Sea turtleLikely

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Certification & difficulty

Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.

Snorkelling

Not a snorkel site

Safety notes

Strong channel currents; drift-diving skills required

Permits & fees

Designated Protected Area (Fushi Kandu MPA, gazetted 21 Oct 1999, 2,358 ha) - dive with a licensed local dive center/guide; sits within the Laamu Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.