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Exit 10

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

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
Dificultad
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De un vistazo

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

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
9.1 kn
Olas
0.76 m
Agua
29.1°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WSW (48%)
Now: W (261°)
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 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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Mejores meses

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

Vida marina

PulpoTiburón de arrecife

Tipos de buceo

ArrecifeBarco

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 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.

Operadores cerca de este spot

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

Euro-Divers

0.3 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

3 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

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

88 registros · 47 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Comatulidae

Crinoidea · Comatulidae
OBIS
Última observación:
2 nov 2023
×1registros
Profundidad:
61 m

Goniobranchus setoensis

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

Pleurobranchus albiguttatus

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

Penaeoidea

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

Pteraeolidia

Gastropoda · Facelinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
23 oct 2023
×1registros
Profundidad:
6–25 m

Phyllidia

Gastropoda · Phyllidiidae
OBIS
Última observación:
23 oct 2023
×1registros
Profundidad:
6–25 m

Syllidae

Polychaeta · Syllidae
OBIS
Última observación:
10 mar 2023
×3registros
Profundidad:
5–30 m

Ophiocoma scolopendrina

Ophiuroidea · Ophiocomidae
OBIS
Última observación:
10 mar 2023
×1registros
Profundidad:
3–9 m

Aplysia nigrocincta

Gastropoda · Aplysiidae
OBIS
Última observación:
10 mar 2023
×1registros
Profundidad:
6–22 m

Styelidae

Ascidiacea · Styelidae
OBIS
Última observación:
10 mar 2023
×1registros
Profundidad:
9–12 m

Trapezia

Malacostraca · Trapeziidae
OBIS
Última observación:
10 mar 2023
×1registros
Profundidad:
9–12 m

Polynoidae

Polychaeta · Polynoidae
OBIS
Última observación:
9 mar 2023
×4registros
Profundidad:
12–18 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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Poseidon Adventures
💬 3 top comments
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  • Scuba diving is one of the greatest ways to enjoy the Maldives' amazing natural beauty.

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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.

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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