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Entrence 155

3.6 — based on 21 community signals
4.2 12 species 22 contributors

Entrance 155 is a year-round dive site near Eriyadhoo island in Maldives' Kaafu Atoll, offering consistent access with documented marine life.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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At a glance

Activity
dive
Best months
Year-round
Marine life
Common octopus, Manta ray

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
11.4 kn
Wave
0.7 m
Water
29.4°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WSW (51%)
Now: W (277°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.64m

Today: High 05:00 (+0.54m), Low 10:00 (+0.36m)

+0.8 m+0.1 m
▲ 05:00 · +0.54m ▼ 10:00 · +0.36m ▲ 15:00 · +0.5m ▼ 22:00 · +0.11m Now +0.5m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV9.05 · very high Air PM2.54 · good 05:56 18:04
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 12.9 0.78 9 2mm
09-20 14.1 0.84 9 15mm
09-21 15.2 0.88 9 5mm
09-22 14.1 0.88 9 3mm
09-23 14.5 0.92 8 1mm
09-24 17.1 1.18 8 2mm
09-25 16.7 1.2 8 7mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions
DHW: 1.3°C-weeks · NOAA Coral Reef Watch

About this spot

Entrance 155 sits near Eriyadhoo island in Kaafu Atoll, one of the Maldives' most accessible diving regions. The site remains open year-round, making it a reliable choice for divers planning trips any season. Community documentation shows 12 recorded species observations here, giving divers a solid baseline for what to expect underwater. The Maldives' atoll geography creates natural channels and house reef systems where plankton and fish congregate. Eriyadhoo's position in Kaafu means reasonable proximity to Male and its resorts, cutting travel time compared to outer atolls. The site is not within a marine protected area, so standard diving access applies. Local dive communities have posted 3 videos from Entrance 155, providing recent visual intel on conditions. Monitor coral bleaching advisories before booking; the Maldives experiences seasonal temperature shifts that affect reef health. Specific depth, difficulty rating, and visibility data aren't formally recorded here, so ask your operator for current conditions and recommendations based on your experience level.

📖 Guide: Diving in the Maldives: 156 Sites, Mantas & What to Know

Best months

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

Marine life

Common octopusManta ray

Dive types

ReefBoat

Trip essentials

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

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 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 · 49%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 8495km · ~1954kg · €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

When is the best time to dive Entrance 155?

The site is accessible year-round. However, monitor coral bleaching status before travel, as seasonal temperature changes affect reef conditions. Contact local operators for current seasonal patterns and visibility reports.

What is the depth and difficulty of Entrance 155?

Depth and difficulty ratings are not formally recorded for this site. Check with your dive operator in advance—they can assess conditions on the day and recommend whether the site suits your certification and experience.

What marine life can I expect to see?

Twelve species have been documented here. Community videos offer real footage of what divers have encountered. Reef fish, rays, and other atoll fauna are typical in this region, but specific species lists vary by season and current conditions.

Do I need permits or special access to dive here?

Entrance 155 is not within a marine protected area, so standard Maldivian diving rules apply. Arrange dives through a licensed operator based in or near Eriyadhoo or Kaafu Atoll resorts. Most resorts handle all permits and access logistics.

Operators near this spot

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

Dive Ocean

5.5 km
5.0 (23 reviews) closed
Dive centre
Verified Booked 33+ times this month
Hours: Saturday: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:30 – 6:00 PM

Feena by Diverland (Diving School)

8 km
Dive centre

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

42 records · 33 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Eumalacostraca

Malacostraca
OBIS
Last seen:
5 Apr 2010
×1records
Depth:
0–54 m

Porcellanidae

Malacostraca · Porcellanidae
OBIS
Last seen:
5 Apr 2010
×1records
Depth:
0–41 m

Limacinidae

Gastropoda · Limacinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
5 Apr 2010
×1records
Depth:
0–41 m

Hydrozoa

Hydrozoa
OBIS
Last seen:
5 Apr 2010
×1records
Depth:
0–41 m

Bivalvia

Bivalvia
OBIS
Last seen:
5 Apr 2010
×1records
Depth:
0–41 m

Conus eburneus

Gastropoda · Conidae
OBIS
Last seen:
2 Jul 1964
×2records
Depth:
0–1 m

Conus lividus

Gastropoda · Conidae
OBIS
Last seen:
2 Jul 1964
×1records

Conus arenatus

Gastropoda · Conidae
OBIS
Last seen:
2 Jul 1964
×1records

Distorsio anus

Gastropoda · Personidae
OBIS
Last seen:
22 Mar 1964
×1records

Timoclea marica

Bivalvia · Veneridae
OBIS
Last seen:
22 Mar 1964
×1records

Fragum fragum

Bivalvia · Cardiidae
OBIS
Last seen:
22 Mar 1964
×1records

Gibberulus gibberulus

Gastropoda · Strombidae
OBIS
Last seen:
22 Mar 1964
×1records

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.

The Real Future Of Diving? Introducing the Avelo System

Divers Ready
💬 3 top comments
  • What is the lift capacity of this system? Is there a way to manually inflate/deflate the buoyancy control system in the event of an electronics failure or battery depletion?

    @237bar · 👍 101
  • At least the walk from your car to the water will be a little lighter. But that's about it, in my eyes. A new thing that does nothing new but requires another certificate from the other side of the planet. Then again, I never was a trailblazer, myself.

    @HansenSWE · 👍 10
  • Perfect for divers that cannot figure out basic diving.

    @3866TIM · 👍 1

Dive More with Less: Scuba Gear Budget Hacks

DiveVibe
💬 3 top comments
  • Just realized I said that scubapro's "used parts" were cheap, I meant to say "replacement parts." Sorry about that! Thanks for watching!

    @DiveVibe · 👍 3
  • Buy once cry once..... that's my mantra

    @mikesbigadventures194 · 👍 9
  • Just recently made a discovery: Those blue drygloves (without cuffs) we all love to hate? A pair in a DirZone bag with an added pair of the saddest undergloves = 49 euros. The exact same gloves (made by Showa) from a hardware store under "chemical/oil protection" = 4,99€.

    @sparksi2519 · 👍 2

Fuvahmulah Maldives Tiger Shark Dive did not go as planned Jan 18, 2024

Weilong You
💬 3 top comments
  • Yes that information should be made public so everyone knows who not to dive with.

    @mcfcmandem · 👍 18
  • Which diving company?

    @marcusnilsson7861 · 👍 16
  • I did in the same island and it went smooth

    @Nedhal-eq7go · 👍 3
wind peaks May-Jul-Oct, calmest Nov-Apr-Mar, dry Jan-Jun.

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: Aug (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (100/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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