Vihamaafaru N/e

# Vihamaafaru N/E Dive Site

Vihamaafaru N/E is an outstanding dive site located on the northeastern reef of Vihamaafaru island in Ari Atoll, Maldives. This intermediate to advanced dive spot features stunning coral formations and dramatic topography suitable for divers with moderate experience.

The site offers excellent visibility and showcases vibrant hard and soft corals adorning the reef structure. Divers encounter abundant marine life including reef sharks, trevally, groupers, and schools of tropical fish species. Manta rays and eagle rays frequently visit the area, particularly during seasonal currents.

Depths typically range from 12 to 40 meters, with the reef slope descending gradually into deeper waters. The northeastern exposure creates dynamic current conditions that enhance nutrient flow, supporting rich biodiversity. Strong currents require proper buoyancy control and experience with drift diving.

Best conditions occur during the dry season when visibility maximizes and marine activity peaks. Vihamaafaru N/E remains a premier choice for divers seeking pristine Indian Ocean reef diving in the Maldives.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Lagoon Triggerfish Rhinecanthus aculeatus hikuta

Powder Blue Tang Acanthurus leucosternon opisska

Finstripe Goatfish Upeneus taeniopterus manonghislain

Blue-headed Wrasse Thalassoma amblycephalum opisska

Dot-and-dash Goatfish Parupeneus barberinus manonghislain

Saddle Grouper Cephalopholis sexmaculata ingmar51

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)