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Adam Faru

3.5 — based on 15 community signals
4.2 12 species 25 contributors

Adam Faru is a year-round diving destination in the Maldives with strong species diversity and accessible reef exploration.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
Visibility
20 m
Water temp
25–30°C
BleachingRiskShore entryFamily-friendly

At a glance

Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Visibility
20 m
Water temp
25–30 °C
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
10.3 kn
Wave
0.68 m
Water
29.6°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WSW (47%)
Now: W (269°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.66m

Today: High 05:00 (+0.56m), Low 10:00 (+0.37m)

+0.8 m+0.1 m
▲ 05:00 · +0.56m ▼ 10:00 · +0.37m ▲ 15:00 · +0.49m ▼ 22:00 · +0.13m Now +0.2m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV9.25 · very high Air PM2.54 · good 05:56 18:03
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 11.9 0.76 9 0mm
09-20 14.6 0.86 9 6mm
09-21 13.7 0.92 9 4mm
09-22 14.5 0.86 9 4mm
09-23 13.4 0.94 8 2mm
09-24 17.7 0.98 7 11mm
09-25 15.2 0.98 9 14mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions
DHW: 1.9°C-weeks · NOAA Coral Reef Watch
🌡 Water temp: Normal for Sep (25–30°C)

About this spot

Adam Faru sits in the Maldives and welcomes divers throughout the year. The site draws visitors seeking reef encounters and has logged 12 documented species observations, reflecting reliable marine life activity across multiple dive sessions. Three community videos document the underwater experience, giving prospective divers a sense of conditions and what to expect. The reef system here supports healthy coral and fish populations typical of Maldivian atolls. Year-round access means you can plan a trip any season that suits your schedule. The site is not within a marine protected area, so standard local regulations and best practices apply. Coral bleaching risk warrants attention—monitor current conditions before booking. Local dive operators can brief you on seasonal patterns and site-specific dynamics. Water conditions and depth vary, so speak with your guide to confirm your comfort level matches the dive profile.

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Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Dive types

Reef

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 🤿 Pack: 3/2 mm shorty
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type D/G/J/K/L · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 48%
  • 🤿 Wetsuit 3/2 mm shorty
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 8556km · ~1968kg · €35

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 54/100
  • Visa: Visa on arrival · 30 days max
  • Flight: 11h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 10h east · 7 days recovery

FAQ

Can I dive Adam Faru year-round?

Yes. Adam Faru is accessible for diving throughout the year, though you should check current conditions and any seasonal swells or currents with local operators before your trip.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species have been documented at Adam Faru. Reef fish, rays, and sharks typical of Maldivian atolls are present. Community videos and local guides can show you recent sightings and wildlife patterns.

Is Adam Faru protected or restricted?

Adam Faru is not inside a marine protected area, so you can dive with any licensed local operator. Always follow standard reef etiquette and local regulations.

Should I be concerned about coral bleaching?

Coral bleaching is a watch item at this site. Check with local dive shops for the latest conditions before you dive. Responsible diving practices help protect the reef year-round.

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

Lhohi Kandu Tila

0.9 km
Dive centre

Lhohi Faru Tila

1.1 km
Dive centre

Fihalhohi Hausriff

1.5 km
Dive centre

Fihalhohi Paradies

1.6 km
Dive centre

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Verified marine species observations

57 records · 49 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Iphione ovata

Polychaeta · Iphionidae
OBIS
Last seen:
28 Mar 2023
×1records
Depth:
21–25 m

Galatheidae

Malacostraca · Galatheidae
OBIS
Last seen:
12 Mar 2023
×2records
Depth:
6–42 m

Schizaster gibberulus

Echinoidea · Schizasteridae
OBIS
Last seen:
12 Mar 2023
×2records
Depth:
9–12 m

Galatheoidea

Malacostraca
OBIS
Last seen:
12 Mar 2023
×1records
Depth:
6–42 m

Favorinus

Gastropoda · Facelinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
12 Mar 2023
×1records
Depth:
6–42 m

Phyllidia exquisita

Gastropoda · Phyllidiidae
OBIS
Last seen:
12 Mar 2023
×1records
Depth:
11 m

Synaptidae

Holothuroidea · Synaptidae
OBIS
Last seen:
12 Mar 2023
×1records
Depth:
15 m

Ophiocomidae

Ophiuroidea · Ophiocomidae
OBIS
Last seen:
12 Mar 2023
×1records
Depth:
15 m

Pycnogonida

Pycnogonida
OBIS
Last seen:
12 Mar 2023
×1records
Depth:
6–42 m

Ascidiacea

Ascidiacea
OBIS
Last seen:
12 Mar 2023
×1records
Depth:
8 m

Ophiothrix (Acanthophiothrix) purpurea

Ophiuroidea · Ophiotrichidae
OBIS
Last seen:
12 Mar 2023
×1records
Depth:
15 m

Phyllidiella zeylanica

Gastropoda · Phyllidiidae
OBIS
Last seen:
12 Mar 2023
×1records
Depth:
11 m

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Relax Diving Maldives Apr 2016

Adam Choi

A night dive in the Maledives

Adam G

Reethi Faru Resort Maldives amazing house reef snorkeling!

Ciprian Pălici
💬 3 top comments
  • Amazing shot. Like it

    @siems7 · 👍 0
  • Very nice video! 👍We are traveling to Reethi Faru Resort in March and are really looking forward to it! What did you use to make the film

    @silvanab.704 · 👍 0
  • Wonderful video 👍🏼 we are also soon in Reethi Faru and looked a lot of videos. Which side is the best to snorkeling. Do you have a proposa

    @OsmanBıyıklıoğlu · 👍 2
wind peaks May-Oct-Aug, calmest Nov-Apr-Mar, dry Feb-Jun, water 25-30°C.

5-year monthly climate

60 samples
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Oct (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (92/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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