Maha Gala Suggest edit

Sri Lanka Suggest · North Western Province Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

10.0–25.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

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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Maha Gala is a popular dive site located near Colombo, Sri Lanka, known for its diverse marine life and vibrant coral reefs. The site offers a mix of shallow and deeper dives, making it suitable for divers of varying experience levels.

Diving at Maha Gala typically involves exploring coral gardens and encountering a variety of fish species. The site features both hard and soft corals, with opportunities to see larger marine animals such as turtles and rays. The underwater topography includes gentle slopes and occasional drop-offs.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–25.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate 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:
sand coral rock Suggest edit

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Wide-angle lenses recommended for coral and marine life; early morning or late afternoon for best light.

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