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Reethi Beach

Introduction

The Maldives are known as a diver's paradise - even if most of the coral has been damaged by various episodes of bleaching linked to global warming. Located 350 kilometers southwest of India, this archipelago is made up of almost 1,200 islands, of which more than 160 are reserved for tourists (compared with 50 in 2002 and 80 in 2010, a clear indication of the growth of tourism in the country).This growth has also helped democratize the Maldives: although not quite a mass destination, resorts are now available at very affordable prices, which was not the case 25 years ago.Access to the Maldives is via the capital Malé.Going through customs can be unpleasant: indeed, the import of alcohol, pork, magazines featuring slightly nude women (considered pornographic) or any material contrary to Islam is prohibited, and all luggages are X-rayed.

Reethi Beach is a resort located on the island of Fonimagoodhoo in Baa Atoll, northwest of the capital Malé. It can be reached via an internal flight to Dharavandhoo airport, followed by a 30-minute fast boat transfer, or directly by seaplane from the capital. What sets this atoll apart is its prestigious status as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Recognized for its commitment to sustainable development and conservation, the Baa Atoll offers a unique opportunity to experience a delicate balance between nature and tourism. The island is 600 metres long and 200 metres wide. It is a very attractive destination for divers, thanks to its excellent shore diving. You can dive both the west and east coasts of the island, with the west side offering more options, while the east side is recommended for night diving. The current here is limited. Reethi Beach offers some of the best shore diving in the Maldives.

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Diving type

Destination
easily accessible
easily accessible
bargain destination
bargain destination
Diving level & type
for beginners
for beginners
for advanced divers
for advanced divers
shore diving
shore diving
liveaboard
liveaboard
Diving Characteristics
pelagics
pelagics
lots of fish
lots of fish
lots of corals
lots of corals
interesting underwater scenery
interesting underwater scenery
Other activities
attractive natural spots
attractive natural spots
gastronomy
gastronomy
night life
night life
beach
beach
snorkeling
snorkeling

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  • hotel and diving center
    Reethi Beach
    Reethi Beach (hotel and diving center)
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Diving Sites

  • rating : 4.0
    Dhonfann Thila
    rating : 4.0
    depth : 30 m
    description :
    A very nice dive, with a passage through a tunnel 17 to 27 metres deep. The programme included two white-tip sharks, two huge napoleons, two stingrays, several moray eels and even a stonefish buried in a cavity.

  • rating : 3.5
    Kakani
    rating : 3.5
    depth : 30 m
    description :
    A long drift dive from a depth of 25 metres. We came across two nurse sharks and, in a cave, a family of 3 nurse sharks, including two juveniles.

  • rating : 3.5
    Kathi Thila
    rating : 3.5
    depth : 30 m
    description :
    Corals are more numerous than at previous sites.

  • rating : 3.5
    Kuda Gaa
    rating : 3.5
    depth : 30 m
    description :
    This site is well known for its manta watching, and the dive was exceptional: 4 or 5 manta rays swirling around just a few metres away. A dozen large turtles and a marine environment rich in fish. We were able to admire some magnificent coral around a potato at a depth of 50 metres.

  • rating : 3.0
    Aidhoo Caves
    rating : 3.0
    depth : 30 m
    description :
    A long drift along a wall with a very strong current that changed alternately. Three turtles crossed our path, as well as a large moray eel. We also saw several schools of reef fish.

  • rating : 3.0
    Airport Reef
    rating : 3.0
    depth : 15 m
    description :
    A sandy bottom, with no presence of blue. Very few corals, but we did see 2 turtles and a huge school of large snappers.

  • rating : 3.0
    Dhonfanbu
    rating : 3.0
    depth : 30 m
    description :
    A white-tip shark, a school of small barracudas. Picturesque landscape with tunnels.

  • rating : 3.0
    Milaidhoo Caves
    rating : 3.0
    depth : 20 m
    description :
    Numerous caves filled with orange and yellow soft corals. We spotted a nurse shark in one of them, as well as a turtle and numerous schools of reef fish.

  • rating : 2.5
    Blue Hole
    rating : 2.5
    depth : 20 m
    description :
    Although there is little live coral, the diversity of marine life is remarkable. A pleasant dive without current.

  • rating : 2.5
    Dhandhoo Tila
    rating : 2.5
    depth : 20 m
    description :
    A dive along a wall with no current. We spotted several moray eels and three prawns. Two large groupers were also present.

  • rating : 2.5
    Finolhas
    rating : 2.5
    depth : 20 m
    description :
    It was a long drift dive with very few corals, but we were lucky enough to see two eagle rays, the second of which was below us. The fauna is less abundant here.

  • rating : 2.5
    Yellow Wall
    rating : 2.5
    depth : 20 m
    description :
    A wall covered in yellow soft corals, with plenty of fish.

  • rating : 2.0
    Huthangu nagoo
    rating : 2.0
    depth : 30 m
    description :
    A large coral reef, close to an island. The strong currents make this a very demanding dive. However, the marine fauna is very abundant.

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    Reethi Beach - House Reef
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