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Coral Giri

3.4 — based on 12 community signals
4.2 12 especies 23 colaboradores

Coral Giri is a year-round Maldivian dive site with 12 documented species observations and active community video coverage.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Principiante
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Actividad
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Dificultad
beginner
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
10.4 kn
Olas
0.66 m
Agua
29.6°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WSW (49%)
Now: W (268°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.66m

Próxima: Alta a las 05:00 (+0.56m)

+0.8 m+0.1 m
▲ 05:00 · +0.56m ▼ 10:00 · +0.37m ▲ 15:00 · +0.49m ▼ 22:00 · +0.13m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV9.25 · very high Aire PM2.54 · good 05:56 18:03
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 11.9 0.76 9 0mm
09-20 14.1 0.88 8 6mm
09-21 15.7 0.92 9 4mm
09-22 14.1 0.86 9 5mm
09-23 13.8 0.94 8 2mm
09-24 17.1 0.98 7 11mm
09-25 15 0.98 9 11mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions
DHW: 2.1°C-weeks · NOAA Coral Reef Watch

About this spot

Coral Giri sits outside any marine protected area in the Maldives, offering divers direct access to a working reef system. The site draws interest from the local diving community, with three community-contributed videos and twelve recorded species sightings that hint at consistent marine activity. Year-round accessibility makes it a flexible choice for divers planning trips to the archipelago. The reef environment warrants current monitoring for coral health, as bleaching status is listed as watch. This means conditions can shift seasonally, and divers should check local reports before booking dives. Community footage provides a reliable window into recent conditions and what marine life you're likely to encounter. Access and logistics depend on your base in the Maldives—most dives operate from resort dive centers or independent operators in nearby atolls. Bring thermal protection even in warm months, as deep water can cool quickly. The combination of year-round availability and active community documentation makes Coral Giri a good option for divers seeking flexibility and peer feedback.

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Mejores meses

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

Tipos de buceo

Arrecife

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

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
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 8630km · ~1985kg · €36

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 54/100
  • Visado: Visado a la llegada · 30 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 11h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 10h este · 7 días de recuperación

Preguntas frecuentes

What's the best time to dive Coral Giri?

Coral Giri is accessible year-round in the Maldives. Check local coral bleaching advisories before booking, especially during warm-water months, since the site is flagged for bleaching watch status.

What depth and difficulty should I expect?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings are not documented for Coral Giri. Request a detailed briefing from your operator to confirm site conditions, current strength, and recommended experience level.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species observations are recorded for Coral Giri. Community videos (3 available) show recent wildlife encounters. Ask your dive guide or check community footage for the most current sightings before your dive.

Do I need permits or MPA approval?

Coral Giri is outside any marine protected area, so no additional permits are required beyond standard Maldives entry. Your dive operator handles all logistics and compliance.

Operadores cerca de este spot

Centros de buceo, escuelas de kite y surf en un radio de 10 km, desde OpenStreetMap.

Sun Diving School

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Centro de buceo

Olhuveli Kuda Giri

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Centro de buceo

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

6 registros · 2 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Prionace glauca

Elasmobranchii · Carcharhinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
Invalid Date
×5registros

Bistolida stolida

Gastropoda · Cypraeidae
OBIS
Última observación:
Invalid Date
×1registros

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Diving Maldives: Bikuru Giri 4k

Jamie Turner

Dive Ref 20960 Maldives Kanduoiy Giri N Male 2024 11 03 #3 4K

Stephen Ruff

29.04.26 - Dives at Kahambu Giri & Fish Bank near Dhigurah, South Ari Atoll - Maldives.

Boutique Beach All Inclusive Diving Hotel Dhigurah
wind peaks May-Oct-Aug, calmest Nov-Apr-Mar, dry Jan-Jun.

Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Mar (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (100/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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