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Olhugiri

Intermediate/Advanced 📍 Maldives
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# Olhugiri Dive Site

Dive Conditions

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Depth
20m – 40m
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Level
Intermediate/Advanced
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Current
Moderate/Strong

Olhugiri is a premier dive destination located in Thaa Atoll, Maldives, offering exceptional underwater experiences in the Indian Ocean. This site features dramatic coral formations and varied topography suitable for divers of different skill levels.

Divers typically encounter vibrant coral gardens with impressive hard and soft corals creating stunning seascapes. The site hosts abundant marine life including reef sharks, groupers, snappers, and colorful reef fish species. Larger pelagic species such as tuna and occasional manta rays are frequently spotted, particularly during seasonal visits.

The dive site reaches depths of approximately 20-40 meters, with most highlights accessible in the upper range. The difficulty level is intermediate to advanced, depending on current conditions and specific dive routes chosen.

Olhugiri is best suited for divers with some experience, as currents can be moderate to strong. The combination of healthy coral ecosystems, diverse marine fauna, and scenic underwater geography makes this Thaa Atoll location a rewarding dive destination in the Maldives.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Meyer's Butterflyfish — seen at this dive site
Meyer's Butterflyfish Chaetodon meyeri lovelyclemmy
Bigeye Trevally — seen at this dive site
Bigeye Trevally Caranx sexfasciatus lovelyclemmy

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)

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Max Depth 40 m
Min Depth 20 m
Difficulty Intermediate/Advanced
Current Moderate/Strong
GPS 2.4959°, 73.2575°