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Fuvahmulah Island

A sanctuary of Tiger Sharks

The Ultimate Diving Destination: Divers can see 7 types of rare sharks and encounter dozens of Tiger sharks everyday

Freshwater Lakes: One of the most notable features of Fuvahmulah is the presence of freshwater lakes.

Diverse Ecosystem: Home to lush vegetation, including coconut palms a variety of wildlife, including birds.

Thoondu Beach: Ranks in top unique beaches in the world

 

Mineral-rich Mud-bath : Since the island is of volcanic origin, the mud is rich in minerals & is a relaxing and fun experience.

Top Dive Sites

Femunu Kol (Tiger shark dive)

Located at the harbour entrance is the place where we get to experience diving with the tiger shark. Consist of rocky and mostly sandy bottom, the tiger zone is suitable from beginner to experience level. 

Dive Sites Name: Femunu Koi

Marine Life Highlight: Tiger Shark, Silvertips, Barracuda, Napoleon Wrasse

Deep Blue (3 Dive Sites)

One of the attractions here is to dive in the blue. There are few dive sites that cover the area for this kind of dive. Ranging from 30 to 40m depth, it is required for the diver to have Advanced Open Water or Deep Specialty to dive in this area. A unique way of diving is by dropping in the blue and let the current take you around and open your eyes widely as the pelagic fish will be anywhere in this area!

Dive Sites Name: Fari Mikede, Abadhas, Farikede

Marine Life Highlight: Hammerhead, Whale Shark, Oceanic Manta, Silvertip Shark, Barracuda

Island Corner (3 Dive Sites)

Another superb diving area is the end of the island. This place is famous for drift diving. A long reef wall will let you cruise as you get in the current. Ranging from 30 to 40m depth, it is required for the diver to have Advanced Open Water or Deep Specialty to dive in this area, however for open water diver still can stay shallow in this dive site.

Dive Sites Name: Gehmiskiy Fano, Bahthi Dhoro, Havitha Fanno

Marine Life Highlight: Thresher Shark, School of Jackfish, Grey Reef Shark