Kandooma Thila, located in the heart of Kandooma Kandu, was ranked among the top 10 shark diving sites in the world from 2000 to 2009. This impressive thila (underwater pinnacle) features a coral-covered top with vibrant hard corals, while the vertical sides are adorned with soft corals.

Strong currents make this an ideal site for Advanced and Nitrox-certified divers. Expect to encounter large schools of eagle rays, white-tip reef sharks, barracudas, green turtles, and grey reef sharks—with the occasional tiger sharkmaking a surprise appearance.

Cocoa Corner is best dived during incoming northeast currents, allowing for a smooth drift dive along the atoll edge with minimal effort. The site offers both short and long drift dive options, depending on current strength.

Divers often encounter white-tip and grey reef sharks, hawksbill turtles, large green turtles, and tunas. With a bit of luck, thresher sharks, leatherback turtles, marlins, or even hammerhead sharks may pass by—making Cocoa Corner a top pick for big animal lovers.

One of the highlights of diving in South Malé Atoll, Guraidhoo Corner comes alive during the northeast monsoon season. The entire channel is a marine protected area, known for its strong and sometimes unpredictable currents—including downstream ‘washing machine’ effects inside the channel.

This high-energy site is ideal for advanced divers and delivers incredible marine life action, including grey reef sharks, eagle rays, turtles, barracudas, and occasional visits from whale sharks and black mantas.

Kuda Giri Wreck is a picturesque wreck dive just a short swim from a lush coral pinnacle (giri). This boat-accessible site features a small, well-preserved wreck surrounded by colorful reef life and macro creatures.

The wreck’s exterior is blanketed in corals, algae, sponges, sea squirts, and vibrant reef fish. Keep an eye out for a camouflaged grey frogfish perched on the deck. This site is ideal for intermediate divers and underwater photographers alike.