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Hanimadhoo Housereef

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# Hanimadhoo Housereef

Dive Conditions

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Depth
5m – 30m
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Level
Intermediate
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Current
Moderate

Discover Hanimadhoo Housereef, a premier diving destination in Haa Dhaalu atoll, Maldives. This accessible housereef offers exceptional underwater experiences directly from Hanimaadhoo island in the Indian Ocean.

Divers encounter vibrant coral gardens teeming with tropical marine life, including reef sharks, colorful reef fish, and occasionally manta rays. The housereef features dramatic coral formations, sandy patches, and rocky outcrops that create diverse habitats for macro and large pelagic species.

Depths typically range from 5 to 30 meters, making it suitable for divers of varying experience levels. The reef slopes gradually, providing options for beginners while offering interesting deep sections for advanced divers. Conditions are generally favorable, though currents can be moderate depending on tidal flows.

Hanimadhoo Housereef is ideal for multiple dives, morning and night explorations, and serves as an excellent alternative when atoll diving is restricted. The site’s proximity to accommodation makes it a convenient choice for liveaboard and resort-based divers seeking authentic Maldivian reef experiences.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Whitebelly Toby — seen at this dive site
Whitebelly Toby Canthigaster bennetti florent_pouzet
Black Pyramid Butterflyfish — seen at this dive site
Black Pyramid Butterflyfish Hemitaurichthys zoster rhinodalf
Dot-and-dash Goatfish — seen at this dive site
Dot-and-dash Goatfish Parupeneus barberinus florent_pouzet
Yellowhead Butterflyfish — seen at this dive site
Yellowhead Butterflyfish Chaetodon xanthocephalus florent_pouzet
Zigzag Wrasse — seen at this dive site
Zigzag Wrasse Halichoeres scapularis florent_pouzet
Moorish Idol — seen at this dive site
Moorish Idol Zanclus cornutus rhinodalf

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)

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Max Depth 30 m
Min Depth 5 m
Difficulty Intermediate
Current Moderate
GPS 6.7649°, 73.1635°