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Tiger sharks feeding point

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4.2 12 species 19 contributors

Tiger sharks feeding point in the Maldives offers year-round encounters with one of the ocean's apex predators in their natural habitat.

⭐ Best for advanced divers chasing chasing pelagics.

updated 4 months ago
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Activity
dive
Difficulty
advanced
Best months
Year-round
Marine life
Tiger shark

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Conditions today

Conditions

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Wind
1.2 kn
Wave
2.08 m
Water
29.7°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SSE (39%)
Now: E (81°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.92m

Next: High at 05:00 (+0.52m)

+0.9 m0 m-0.0 m
▲ 05:00 · +0.52m ▼ 11:00 · +0.33m ▲ 16:00 · +0.49m ▼ 23:00 · +0.2m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV9.2 · very high Air PM2.53 · good 05:57 18:03
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 6.5 2.08 9 4mm
09-20 9.8 1.86 9 2mm
09-21 8.3 1.7 9 1mm
09-22 6.7 1.4 9 1mm
09-23 11.8 1.26 9 0mm
09-24 12.2 1.44 9 2mm
09-25 10.1 1.46 9 5mm

About this spot

Tiger sharks feeding point is a premier Maldives dive destination known for close encounters with tiger sharks in their natural feeding grounds. The site attracts divers seeking thrilling interactions with these powerful predators, which are regularly observed here throughout the year. This location sits outside a marine protected area, allowing access for experienced divers pursuing big shark encounters. The feeding point draws tiger sharks reliably, making it one of the more consistent locations in the Maldives for observing this species. Divers can expect the raw intensity of watching apex predators hunt and feed in open water. The site benefits from stable conditions year-round, so timing your visit depends more on your schedule than seasonal limitations. Local dive operations run trips to this site regularly. Twelve documented species observations confirm the biodiversity here extends beyond the headline tiger shark action. Three community-contributed videos showcase real encounters from this location, giving you an honest preview of what to expect. Coral health remains stable with no bleaching stress reported.

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Best months

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

Marine life

Tiger shark

Dive types

Pelagic / blue waterBoat

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 · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 8928km · ~2053kg · €37

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

What's the best time to dive Tiger sharks feeding point?

Year-round diving is possible at this Maldives location. Tiger sharks are present throughout the year, so your visit timing depends on your personal schedule and availability rather than seasonal conditions.

What difficulty level and depth should I expect?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings aren't documented for this site. Tiger shark encounters typically require experience with large pelagic species and strong currents. Check with local operators before booking to confirm your skill level matches the actual conditions.

What marine life will I see besides tiger sharks?

Twelve species observations have been documented at this feeding point, indicating diverse marine life beyond the main attraction. Expect other pelagic species and reef fauna typical of Maldives diving.

Do I need permits or special access to dive here?

The site lies outside a marine protected area, so standard Maldives diving permits apply. Book through established local operators who manage access and follow current regulations for shark diving in Maldivian waters.

Operators near this spot

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

Pelagic Divers Fuvahmulah

0.4 km
4.9 (259 reviews) closed
Dive centre
Verified Booked 31+ times this month
Hours: Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Shark Heaven Fuvahmulah

0.4 km
5.0 (8 reviews) closed
Dive centre
Hours: Friday: Closed

Dive point

0.4 km
Dive centre

Fuvahmulahdive Dive Maldives

0.4 km
4.7 (165 reviews) closed
Dive centre
Verified Booked 32+ times this month
Hours: Friday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Olige

1.7 km
4.9 (296 reviews) open now
Dive centre
Verified Booked 29+ times this month
Hours: Friday: Open 24 hours

Fuvahmulah Scuba Club

2.2 km
4.9 (101 reviews) open now
Dive centre
Verified Booked 33+ times this month
Hours: Friday: Open 24 hours

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

27 records · 25 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Siphonophorae

Hydrozoa
OBIS
Last seen:
15 Apr 2010
×1records
Depth:
0–63 m

Creseis acicula

Gastropoda · Creseidae
OBIS
Last seen:
15 Apr 2010
×1records
Depth:
0–63 m

Oikopleuridae

Appendicularia · Oikopleuridae
OBIS
Last seen:
15 Apr 2010
×1records
Depth:
0–63 m

Galatheidae

Malacostraca · Galatheidae
OBIS
Last seen:
15 Apr 2010
×1records
Depth:
0–59 m

Urocaridella vestigialis

Malacostraca · Palaemonidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Jan 1993
×1records

Conus ebraeus

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

Mauritia histrio

Gastropoda · Cypraeidae
OBIS
Last seen:
4 May 1964
×1records

Conus rattus

Gastropoda · Conidae
OBIS
Last seen:
4 May 1964
×1records
Depth:
1–2 m

Copelata

Appendicularia
OBIS
Last seen:
23 Aug 1963
×1records
Depth:
0–200 m

Conus lividus

Gastropoda · Conidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Jan 1958
×1records
Depth:
15 m

Trichopagurus trichophthalmus

Malacostraca · Paguridae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Jan 1954
×1records

Urocaridella urocaridella

Malacostraca · Palaemonidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Jan 1950
×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.

Maldive 2019 Tiger Shark Expedition - Gan and Fuvahmulah Atolls - Diving Underwater

FilippONE Silvestri

Diving With Tiger Sharks in Fuvahmulah, Maldives 🇲🇻 | The World’s Most Reliable Tiger Shark Dive

Leon Tan
💬 3 top comments
  • Would you dive with tiger sharks if given the chance? Happy to answer questions about: • Costs • Safety • Ethics • Or planning a Fuvahmulah trip Thanks for watching 🙏

    @strongertmradventures · 👍 0
  • That looks so intense yet amazing at the same time

    @Lovagedoes · 👍 1
  • ❤❤❤

    @lindylee3189 · 👍 0

5 m TIGERSHARK almost bites divers head off in Fiji

Florian Bertich
💬 3 top comments
  • Friend for life (guy who saved him).

    @betsybarnicle8016 · 👍 2600
  • You owe your friend a life debt, man!

    @Lily_of_the_Forest · 👍 1300
  • I was on this shark dive in Fiji. The guy who almost lost his head is one of shark wranglers. They are the ones who feed the sharks, or prod them away with metal poles. They are the local Fijians. The customers are in a line behind a nice barrier of coral. You can actually see this group in the video as well. I was behind this barrier, stuck my head out to take a picture, which a bull shark spotte

    @JMor954 · 👍 2000
wind peaks Oct-Nov-May, calmest Apr-Jun-Mar, dry Jan-Nov.

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: May (100/100) Worst: Oct (0/100) Now: Sep (11/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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