Explore Faafu Atoll

Faafu Atoll in the Central Atolls is one of the quietest and least visited. The diving here is stunning, as it is all over the Maldives, and you will probably be the only dive boat there! With only 5 inhabited islands and one dive resort, this could be the relaxed holiday you’ve been looking for. Reefs, caves and channel dives will satisfy all your desires. You can even spot manta rays!

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Biledhdhoo Kandu (★3.6)

Channeldive in the east from Biledhdhoo Island. Many long Farus in depth from 8 – 14 meters. On the Tilas many different coral blocks with lots if different shoals of fish, napoleon wrasses and turtles. On the edge of the channel in depth from 25 – 33 meters nice overhangs, often eagle rays and big tunas.

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Wall Street (★4.4)

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Kuda Giri (★4.0)

Small Giri in the atoll inside. The reef slopes down on every side on 25 -28 meter depth. On the north-west side small overhangs with many black corals on depth between 18 – 23 meters. On the south-west side two small drop offs with beautiful overhangs on 15 and 20 meter depth.

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The Cathedral (★4.4)

since 2025-09-28 under construction, Werner Lau Center Out Of Business @: 2025-11-17 under construction, under construction, under construction,

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Bodu Beru (★4.2)

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Filitheyo Thila (★4.2)

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Filitheyo Outside (★4.2)

since 2025-09-28 under construction, Werner Lau Center Out Of Business @: 2025-11-17 under construction, under construction, under construction,

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Filitheyo East (★4.3)

since 2025-09-28 under construction, Werner Lau Center Out Of Business @: 2025-11-17 under construction, under construction, under construction,

Mares, Janez Kranjc

Filitheyo Housereef (★4.3)

Filitheyo House Reef offers easy access from shore with calm conditions suited for all levels. The reef slopes gently from shallow coral gardens into deeper sections, featuring clear visibility, mild currents, and several entry points ideal for relaxed exploring or long macro-focused dives.

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String of Pearls (★4.3)

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Mares, Janez Kranjc

Seven Stingrays (★4.2)

Seven Stingrays is a gently sloping reef with sandy pockets where rays often rest. Currents are usually mild, making it accessible for all levels. Coral blocks, small overhangs, and a mix of hard corals create an easy, scenic route ideal for relaxed exploration and long bottom times.

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Takatuka Land (★4.2)

Takatuka Land is a playful landscape of coral formations, pinnacles, and sandy valleys. The terrain offers a varied, almost maze-like dive with gentle currents and good visibility. Its moderate depth makes it suitable for most divers, especially those who enjoy slow, detailed reef exploration.

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Loabi Giri (★4.5)

since 2025-09-28 under construction, Werner Lau Center Out Of Business @: 2025-11-17 under construction, under construction, under construction,

Diving in Faafu Atoll

Faafu Atoll diving offers diverse reef structures to enjoy. Barrier reefs like Banana Reef offers a perfect reef dive for beginners with a gently sloping wall. Elsewhere, underwater pinnacles, or thilas, provide cleaning stations for manta rays and the potential for more advanced diving. The channels which connect to the deep ocean are the most challenging dives. With the potential for strong currents, these drift dives are sometimes only suitable for more experienced divers.

There is only one resort in Faafu Atoll. There is a dive centre connected to it so it is possible to undertake diving courses from beginner up to advanced specialties. As this is the only dive centre, if you are staying elsewhere and wish to dive, perhaps consider a liveaboard. Though there are less liveaboards that frequent Faafu than other atolls, there are still a few to choose from. If you know you wish to dive a lot, it is the most economical choice. Do check before you book though as some require a minimum number of dives or certification level.

The best Months to dive in Faafu Atoll

Faafu Atoll diving is available more or less all year round. The temperatures stay constantly in the high twenties, both in and out of the water. The dry season from December to April has the best diving. As the winds and rain are almost nonexistent, the visibility is 40m+ in most places and the continuous sunshine makes this an ideal time for a holiday.

The wet season from May to November means that there are more downpours, but they mostly only last for a couple of hours a day. There is still plenty of sun to enjoy. The winds also pick up, which can mean rougher seas. The winds blow in more plankton which reduces the visibility; the caveat to this is that it draws in more manta rays and whale sharks to feast on the food.