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Jack Faru

3.4 — based on 13 community signals
4.2 12 especies 26 colaboradores

Jack Faru is a year-round Maldives dive site with active species observations and community documentation.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
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Dificultad
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

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Viento
10.2 kn
Olas
0.66 m
Agua
29.6°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WSW (47%)
Now: W (272°)
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 14.6 0.86 9 6mm
09-21 13.7 0.92 9 4mm
09-22 14.5 0.86 9 4mm
09-23 13.4 0.94 7 2mm
09-24 17.7 0.98 8 11mm
09-25 15.2 0.98 8 14mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions
DHW: 1.9°C-weeks · NOAA Coral Reef Watch

About this spot

Jack Faru sits outside a marine protected area in the Maldives, making it accessible to divers seeking a classic atoll experience. The site draws interest from the diving community, with 12 documented species observations and 3 community videos providing real-world intel on conditions and marine life. Year-round divability means you can plan trips across any season, though it's wise to check current conditions before booking. The site warrants a "watch" status regarding coral bleaching, a common consideration across the Maldives. This doesn't rule out diving—it means staying aware of reef health on arrival and practicing responsible diving to minimize impact. The community-generated footage offers the best preview of what to expect in terms of visibility, depth, and marine encounters. Jack Faru works for divers who want to explore beyond the heavily trafficked resort house reefs. Access is straightforward in the Maldives context: local operators run regular trips, though you'll typically need to book through your resort or a dive shop in Male. No special permits are required for diving here.

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Tipos de buceo

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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 ↔ 8621km · ~1983kg · €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 Jack Faru?

Jack Faru is diveable year-round. Check local conditions and coral bleaching updates before your trip, as seasonal weather patterns and reef stress can vary.

What depth and difficulty should I expect?

Depth and difficulty data aren't published for this site. Review the 3 community videos available online and contact local Maldives operators for specifics on your dive level.

What marine life will I see?

12 species observations have been documented at Jack Faru. Community videos show real encounters; watch these for the most accurate picture of sharks, rays, groupers, and reef fish you're likely to meet.

Do I need permits or special access?

No permits required. Book through your resort dive shop or a local Male operator. Jack Faru sits outside a marine protected area, so standard recreational diving rules apply.

Operadores cerca de este spot

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

Alimas Faru

0.7 km
Centro de buceo

Tauchcenter

1 km
5.0 (40 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified Speaks 🇬🇧 🇩🇪 Booked 37+ times this month
Teléfono: +49 1520 1359621
Horario: Friday: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM, 2:30 – 6:00 PM

Rannalhi Faru

1.1 km
Centro de buceo

Rannalhi Kuda Giri

1.2 km
Centro de buceo

Recently spotted by divers

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Night shark and ray dive at Alimatha Faru in Maldives 4-7-2015; GoPro HD

john koh

Dive Cruise Maldives Video | Jack Fish

Dive Cruise Maldives
💬 1 top comments
  • Jacks in the Maldives islands

    @divecruisemaldives3890 · 👍 0

divers in fish swarm like the smoke in Lost North Ari Atoll Kuda Faru Maldives Gangehi Island Resort

Pamela Gotangco
wind peaks May-Oct-Aug, calmest Nov-Apr-Mar, dry Feb-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: Sep (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (100/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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Rannalhi Faru

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