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Exit 10

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

Exit 10 is a year-round dive spot near Vilamendhoo in Maldives' Alif Dhaal Atoll, known for healthy reef structure and diverse marine life.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
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At a glance

Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Best months
Year-round
Marine life
Common octopus, Blacktip reef shark

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
11.7 kn
Wave
0.74 m
Water
29.1°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WSW (60%)
Now: WSW (239°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.63m

Today: High 05:00 (+0.56m), Low 10:00 (+0.39m)

+0.8 m+0.1 m
▲ 05:00 · +0.56m ▼ 10:00 · +0.39m ▲ 15:00 · +0.5m ▼ 22:00 · +0.12m Now +0.5m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV9.25 · very high Air PM2.54 · good 05:58 18:05
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 11.8 0.78 9 0mm
09-20 13.6 0.8 9 9mm
09-21 14 0.84 9 1mm
09-22 13.7 0.78 9 4mm
09-23 13.3 0.78 9 2mm
09-24 17.4 0.96 9 15mm
09-25 13.5 0.86 9 10mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions
DHW: 2.2°C-weeks · NOAA Coral Reef Watch

About this spot

Exit 10 sits near Vilamendhoo Island in Maldives' Alif Dhaal Atoll, accessible to divers year-round. The site delivers consistent reef diving with a mix of coral formations and fish activity. Local conditions support a healthy ecosystem, though monitor current coral status before booking. The dive attracts divers seeking natural reef exploration without the technical demands of drift diving at some nearby atolls. Water clarity and marine encounters vary by season and tidal conditions. Twelve documented species observations confirm reliable biodiversity at the site. Access typically runs through island resorts or local dive operators in the atoll. Community footage from three videos shows the reef character and typical marine life. Exit 10 works well as part of a multi-site atoll itinerary, pairing easily with other Alif Dhaal Atoll dives. Check current coral health reports and seasonal conditions with operators before travel.

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Best months

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

Marine life

Common octopusBlacktip reef shark

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 ↔ 8548km · ~1966kg · €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 Exit 10?

Exit 10 is diveable year-round. Seasonal shifts affect visibility and marine activity, but no single month dominates. Plan around your schedule and confirm current conditions with local operators.

What depth and difficulty level is Exit 10?

Specific depth and difficulty data isn't documented for this site. Contact dive operators in Alif Dhaal Atoll for current conditions and guidance on skill requirements.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species have been recorded at Exit 10, confirming diverse reef life. Common Maldives reef residents include reef fish, sharks, rays, and reef-building corals. Video documentation shows typical encounters.

How do I access Exit 10?

Access runs through resorts or dive operators near Vilamendhoo Island in Alif Dhaal Atoll. Most divers reach the site via island-based operators or liveaboard itineraries. No special permits are required.

Operators near this spot

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

Euro-Divers

0.3 km
4.7 (160 reviews) closed
Dive centre
Verified Booked 26+ times this month
Hours: Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Fathu dives

3 km
4.9 (145 reviews) closed
Dive centre
Verified Booked 32+ times this month
Hours: Saturday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM

Scuba divine

3.1 km
Dive centre

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

88 records · 47 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Comatulidae

Crinoidea · Comatulidae
OBIS
Last seen:
2 Nov 2023
×1records
Depth:
61 m

Goniobranchus setoensis

Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
OBIS
Last seen:
2 Nov 2023
×1records
Depth:
6–31 m

Pleurobranchus albiguttatus

Gastropoda · Pleurobranchidae
OBIS
Last seen:
2 Nov 2023
×1records
Depth:
6–31 m

Penaeoidea

Malacostraca
OBIS
Last seen:
2 Nov 2023
×1records
Depth:
61 m

Pteraeolidia

Gastropoda · Facelinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
23 Oct 2023
×1records
Depth:
6–25 m

Phyllidia

Gastropoda · Phyllidiidae
OBIS
Last seen:
23 Oct 2023
×1records
Depth:
6–25 m

Syllidae

Polychaeta · Syllidae
OBIS
Last seen:
10 Mar 2023
×3records
Depth:
5–30 m

Ophiocoma scolopendrina

Ophiuroidea · Ophiocomidae
OBIS
Last seen:
10 Mar 2023
×1records
Depth:
3–9 m

Aplysia nigrocincta

Gastropoda · Aplysiidae
OBIS
Last seen:
10 Mar 2023
×1records
Depth:
6–22 m

Styelidae

Ascidiacea · Styelidae
OBIS
Last seen:
10 Mar 2023
×1records
Depth:
9–12 m

Trapezia

Malacostraca · Trapeziidae
OBIS
Last seen:
10 Mar 2023
×1records
Depth:
9–12 m

Polynoidae

Polychaeta · Polynoidae
OBIS
Last seen:
9 Mar 2023
×4records
Depth:
12–18 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.

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Poseidon Adventures
💬 3 top comments
  • I go in 80 days scuba diving for 10 days on malediven 🎉

    @FcwageningenBnnksidePS5 · 👍 0
  • Scuba diving is one of the greatest ways to enjoy the Maldives' amazing natural beauty.

    @geovannibeatty1912 · 👍 0
  • when the water conditions are ideal, is the finest time to scuba dive in the Maldives.

    @christymurray1675 · 👍 0

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surgeonfish1
💬 3 top comments
  • The tiger shark footage is incredible. Beautiful and humbling. Thanks for sharing!

    @nateshasomasundaram1244 · 👍 1
  • Thanks for posting. Beautiful stuff.

    @dano6786 · 👍 2
  • Wow, amazing footage

    @TauchDA1 · 👍 0

How to dive in Currents | Diving Tips & Tricks

Wet Frog Divers / Diving in Komodo
💬 3 top comments
  • Good video. You are right, my most memorable dives with large pelagics have been in strong currents. One note: if caught in a down current ( happens a lot on walls) swimming horizontally away from the wall and into the blue is often the best way to get out of the down current.

    @SRSR-pc8ti · 👍 7
  • Thank you guys for another beautiful and interesting movie!!!🙏

    @Dude-dv1qh · 👍 1
  • Спасибо и удачи

    @elenavinogradova2600 · 👍 1
wind peaks May-Oct-Aug, 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: Feb (100/100) Worst: Oct (0/100) Now: Sep (18/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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