Maldives · North Ari Atoll
Gangehi Kandu
Best time to dive
December to May; January to March
What you might see
- Eagle rayLikely
- Manta rayPeak season
- Napoleon wrasseLikely
- NudibranchLikely
- Sea turtleLikely
- Whale sharkLikely
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, unpredictable currents; overhangs/cracks where sharks rest - advanced certification and SMB required
Permits & fees
Recognized Important Shark and Ray Area (ISRA); no specific fee documented, but standard no-touch/no-feed manta and shark etiquette applies
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Gangehi
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.