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Exit 1 and 2

3.6 — based on 21 community signals
4.2 12 especies 21 colaboradores

Exit 1 and 2 are twin dive sites near Vilamendhoo in Alif Dhaal Atoll, offering year-round diving in the Maldives.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers chasing chasing pelagics.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Intermedio
BleachingRiskBoatOnlyPhotoFriendlyPelagic hotspot

De un vistazo

Actividad
dive
Dificultad
intermediate
Mejores meses
Todo el año
Vida marina
Pulpo, Tiburón de arrecife

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Mapa de ubicación de Exit 1 and 2 © Google · Datos del mapa © Google, colaboradores
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
9.2 kn
Olas
0.76 m
Agua
29.1°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WSW (48%)
Now: W (263°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.63m

Próxima: Alta a las 05:00 (+0.56m)

+0.8 m+0.1 m
▲ 05:00 · +0.56m ▼ 10:00 · +0.39m ▲ 15:00 · +0.5m ▼ 22:00 · +0.12m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV9.25 · very high Aire PM2.54 · good 05:58 18:05
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 11.5 0.8 9 0mm
09-20 13.4 0.9 9 9mm
09-21 14.1 0.84 9 1mm
09-22 13.3 0.78 9 4mm
09-23 13.6 0.86 8 2mm
09-24 17.7 0.86 8 15mm
09-25 13.5 0.86 8 10mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions
DHW: 2.2°C-weeks · NOAA Coral Reef Watch

About this spot

Exit 1 and 2 are popular dive sites located near Vilamendhoo island in Alif Dhaal Atoll, Maldives. These twin sites draw divers year-round, making them accessible anytime you plan a trip to the region. The sites sit outside marine protected areas, giving operators flexibility in how and when they run dives. The Maldives attracts divers for its coral ecosystems and pelagic life. These sites are part of that draw, though coral bleaching is a current concern in the region. The coral health warrants attention, and divers should follow responsible practices like avoiding contact and using reef-safe sunscreen. Community videos and species observations from Exit 1 and 2 suggest decent marine life activity. With 12 recorded species observations and three community videos available online, you can get a sense of what to expect before booking. Check those resources to see recent sightings and conditions. Booking through a resort or liveaboard operator in the Alif Dhaal area is the standard way to access these sites. Most dive operations run day trips or multi-dive itineraries that include Exit 1 and 2 alongside other nearby reefs.

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Mejores meses

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

Vida marina

PulpoTiburón de arrecife

Tipos de buceo

ArrecifeBarcoPelágico

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 ↔ 8607km · ~1980kg · €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

When is the best time to dive Exit 1 and 2?

These sites are divable year-round, so timing depends on your schedule rather than seasonal restrictions. The Maldives has two monsoon seasons, but southern atolls like Alif Dhaal can have varied conditions throughout the year. Check with local operators for current conditions before booking.

What depth and difficulty level are Exit 1 and 2?

Specific depth and difficulty data for these sites is not currently documented. Contact dive operators in Vilamendhoo or the Alif Dhaal area to get details on what to expect, whether sites are suitable for your certification level, and what gear to bring.

What marine life will I see?

Exit 1 and 2 have 12 recorded species observations. Community videos from the sites show what divers have encountered recently. Review those videos and observation logs online to get a realistic preview of fish, reef life, and pelagic activity at these specific sites.

How do I get permits or access these sites?

Exit 1 and 2 are not inside a marine protected area, so no special permits are required. Access is through dive operators and resorts on or near Vilamendhoo. Book through a liveaboard or day-trip operator based in Alif Dhaal Atoll to arrange your dives.

Operadores cerca de este spot

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

Euro-Divers

0.4 km
4.7 (160 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 26+ times this month
Teléfono: +960 795-8458
Horario: Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Fathu dives

2.9 km
4.9 (145 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 32+ times this month
Teléfono: +960 773-3969
Horario: Friday: 5:00 – 8:00 PM

Scuba divine

3.1 km
Centro de buceo

Recently spotted by divers

iNaturalist →

Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

91 registros · 50 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Phyllidiopsis

Gastropoda · Phyllidiidae
OBIS
Última observación:
2 nov 2023
×2registros
Profundidad:
14 m

Ophiomyxidae

Ophiuroidea · Ophiomyxidae
OBIS
Última observación:
2 nov 2023
×1registros
Profundidad:
61 m

Caridea

Malacostraca
OBIS
Última observación:
2 nov 2023
×1registros
Profundidad:
61 m

Ceratosoma tenue

Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
OBIS
Última observación:
2 nov 2023
×1registros
Profundidad:
61 m

Hypselodoris maculosa

Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
OBIS
Última observación:
2 nov 2023
×1registros
Profundidad:
6–31 m

Goniobranchus gleniei

Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
OBIS
Última observación:
23 oct 2023
×2registros
Profundidad:
6–25 m

Polynoidae

Polychaeta · Polynoidae
OBIS
Última observación:
10 mar 2023
×7registros
Profundidad:
5–30 m

Phyllidiella rosans

Gastropoda · Phyllidiidae
OBIS
Última observación:
10 mar 2023
×4registros
Profundidad:
6–32 m

Gammaridea

Malacostraca
OBIS
Última observación:
10 mar 2023
×4registros
Profundidad:
9–18 m

Ophiotrichidae

Ophiuroidea · Ophiotrichidae
OBIS
Última observación:
10 mar 2023
×4registros
Profundidad:
3–31 m

Thuridilla

Gastropoda · Plakobranchidae
OBIS
Última observación:
10 mar 2023
×3registros
Profundidad:
6–22 m

Aplysia nigrocincta

Gastropoda · Aplysiidae
OBIS
Última observación:
10 mar 2023
×2registros
Profundidad:
6–32 m

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.

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💬 3 top comments
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    @nateshasomasundaram1244 · 👍 1
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    @dano6786 · 👍 2
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💬 3 top comments
  • Really proud of my good friend Shamil (the guide)

    @f4r3y40 · 👍 1
  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LXFAhkqukDw

    @charlydive991 · 👍 1
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Exploring Paradise: 14 Days scuba diving on a Maldives Liveaboard 🦈 🤿

Steph and Burim
💬 3 top comments
  • Awesome.

    @FreedomWanderer · 👍 2
  • Brilliant video guys! Great diving tips, thanks so much for your advice and discussion on the strong currents. I'll definitely note that for when we go. Beautiful diving and a great variety of scenery too. Thanks.

    @stevenpaul5030 · 👍 2
  • I heard the coral bleaching there is bad

    @docmemphis2760 · 👍 3
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: Feb (100/100) Worst: Oct (0/100) Now: Sep (18/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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