North Channel Suggest edit

Maldives Suggest · North Ari Atoll Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

ModerateCurrent

MildSurge

50 minAvg dive time

November to AprilBest months

27.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

25.0–28.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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North Channel is a popular dive site located in the North Ari Atoll of the Maldives, known for its vibrant marine life and stunning coral formations. The site features a channel that attracts a variety of pelagic species, making it an exciting dive destination.

Divers can expect to explore a mix of coral gardens and sandy bottoms, with opportunities to see schools of fish, reef sharks, and possibly manta rays. The channel's structure allows for interesting topography and diverse underwater habitats.

Conditions

Visibility: 15.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Moderate Suggest edit
Surge: Mild Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 27.0–30.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 25.0–28.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
coral sand rock Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Wide-angle for schools of fish, macro for small critters

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