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Noomas Giri

3.5 — based on 16 community signals
4.2 12 species 23 contributors

Noomas Giri is a year-round Maldivian dive site with 12 recorded species observations and active community video content.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
Visibility
20 m
Water temp
26–29°C
BoatOnlyPhotoFriendlyBleachingRisk

At a glance

Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Visibility
20 m
Water temp
26–29 °C
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
10.4 kn
Wave
0.62 m
Water
29.6°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WSW (47%)
Now: W (272°)
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 +0.4m
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 0.72 9 0mm
09-20 14.6 0.84 9 6mm
09-21 13.7 0.88 9 4mm
09-22 14.5 0.84 9 4mm
09-23 13.4 0.86 7 2mm
09-24 17.7 1.06 8 11mm
09-25 15.2 1.02 8 14mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions
DHW: 1.9°C-weeks · NOAA Coral Reef Watch
🌡 Water temp: Normal for Sep (26–29°C)

About this spot

Noomas Giri sits in the Maldives, a tropical nation built on diving. The site draws divers year-round, making it accessible whenever you plan a trip. With 12 documented species observations logged by the diving community, Noomas Giri hosts marine life worth seeing. Local divers have posted three community videos, giving you a look at what's there before you book. The site lies outside any marine protected area, which means fewer restrictions on your dive plan. That said, coral bleaching remains a concern in Maldivian waters, so conditions can shift. Check current reports and dive operator updates before you go. The Maldives itself sits in the Indian Ocean's warm band, ideal for year-round diving without heavy seasonality. Access to Noomas Giri requires a boat from one of the atoll resort operators or local dive shops. Most dives here are guided, and most guides know the site well. Bring a camera if you want to document marine life—the community videos suggest good photo opportunities. The combination of accessible conditions and modest crowd levels makes this a solid choice for divers exploring less-hyped Maldivian spots.

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Best months

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

Dive types

ReefBoat

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 ↔ 8555km · ~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

When is the best time to dive Noomas Giri?

Noomas Giri is a year-round destination. The Maldives has warm water throughout the year, so you can plan a trip whenever suits your schedule. Check current coral bleaching alerts before booking, as conditions can vary seasonally.

What depth and difficulty level is Noomas Giri?

Specific depth and difficulty data for Noomas Giri are not currently available. Contact local dive operators or resorts in the Maldives for current conditions and suitability for your certification level.

What marine life will I see at Noomas Giri?

Twelve species observations have been logged at Noomas Giri. Community videos offer a preview of what's there. Ask your dive operator for a current species list, as marine life can shift with seasons and water conditions.

How do I access Noomas Giri?

Noomas Giri is accessed by boat from Maldivian resorts or local dive operators. Most dives are guided. Book through your resort or a dive shop in the atolls nearest your location.

Operators near this spot

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

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Unique Mahi-Mahi Noomaa Kuda Atholhu Maldives Fishing Planet Guide

Soopa-Dave Gaming
💬 1 top comments
  • yo bro how do you have that detailed as map that u can pull up. whatever it is i need it, love the vids

    @tr1k5y53 · 👍 1

Unique Swordfish Noomaa Kuda Atholhu Maldives Fishing Planet Guide

Soopa-Dave Gaming
💬 3 top comments
  • This seems to be the fish everyone learned how to vertical jig on without realizing they were learning to vertical jig methinks. Anyways, you can also set the lure at one depth (I think I was going to about 120-130ft) and then lift/lower the rod like you are doing a twitching retrieve but don't actually reel in and also catch them. My technique was let the lure sink, vertical jig for like 30-40 se

    @LKnivesGaming · 👍 5
  • bro, im serious... i use this technic and i cant get a single bite XDDD

    @mikebln · 👍 2
  • Great technique Dave, I never got a uni in this area by trolling but with this technique I’ve caught 5 uniques in the last couple of days even with a trolling octopus as small as 8/0

    @troutbhoy1 · 👍 3

The Blue Diaries Episode 11 - Salvaging Noomas

ProdiversMaldives
wind peaks May-Oct-Aug, calmest Nov-Apr-Mar, dry Feb-Jun, water 26-29°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: Mar (100/100) Worst: Feb (0/100) Now: Sep (100/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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