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Origandu Finolhu

3.6 — based on 19 community signals
4.2 12 especies 18 colaboradores

Origandu Finolhu is a year-round dive destination in the Maldives with 12 recorded species observations and active community video coverage.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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Actividad
dive
Mejores meses
Todo el año
Vida marina
Tortuga carey, Tiburón de arrecife

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Mapa

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Mapa de ubicación de Origandu Finolhu © Google · Datos del mapa © Google, colaboradores
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
10.2 kn
Olas
0.66 m
Agua
29.6°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WSW (51%)
Now: W (268°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.68m

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 14.5 0.86 9 7mm
09-21 14.2 0.9 9 5mm
09-22 14.7 0.84 9 4mm
09-23 13.6 0.9 8 2mm
09-24 17.3 0.94 7 12mm
09-25 15 0.94 9 11mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions
DHW: 2.1°C-weeks · NOAA Coral Reef Watch

About this spot

Origandu Finolhu sits in the Maldives' central atolls, accessible to divers throughout the year. The site hosts a modest but documented marine ecosystem with 12 species observations logged by the diving community. Three community videos provide real-world footage of conditions and marine activity at this location. The spot remains outside protected marine areas, making it a straightforward access point for visiting divers. Current coral bleaching status warrants monitoring, so check recent reports before planning your trip. Local dive operators can brief you on seasonal conditions and current site status. With community video documentation available, you can preview conditions and marine encounters before committing to a dive. The year-round viability means flexible scheduling—though seasonal weather patterns in the Maldives still affect sea state and visibility between monsoon periods.

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Mejores meses

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

Vida marina

Tortuga careyTiburón de arrecife

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

When should I dive Origandu Finolhu?

Origandu Finolhu is diveable year-round. However, the Maldives experiences monsoon patterns that affect sea conditions. Dry season (November–April) typically offers calmer seas; wet season (May–October) can bring rougher swells. Check current weather and sea state before booking.

What depth and difficulty should I expect?

Specific depth and difficulty data for Origandu Finolhu are not currently published. Contact local dive operators or review community videos to understand site conditions, terrain, and current strength before diving.

What marine life is at Origandu Finolhu?

Twelve species observations have been recorded at this site. Community videos show real conditions and encounters. For a detailed species list, consult recent dive logs or local operators who have current information on what you're likely to encounter.

Do I need permits or visas to dive here?

Origandu Finolhu lies outside protected marine areas. You'll need a valid Maldives tourist visa (most nationalities receive 30 days visa-free). Work with a local dive operator for all permissions and logistics.

Operadores cerca de este spot

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

Origandu Finolhu

0 km
Centro de buceo

Rihiveli Faru

1.3 km
Centro de buceo

Olhuveli Kuda Giri

4.2 km
Centro de buceo

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

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

    @charlydive991 · 👍 1
  • This is the second video that I've watched of yours today! They are awesome! New subscriber here...can't wait to check out your back catalogue, and to follow where you go to next. xx

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    @Людмила.А · 👍 1

FINOLHU MALDIVES | Amazing luxury resort (full tour)

Worldly Nomad
💬 3 top comments
  • Thank you for your kind words. I’ll be posting more videos as we travel to more places around the world.

    @WorldlyNomad · 👍 1
  • Amazing that place is going to be in my bucket list

    @PranveraXhelilaj-p7p · 👍 3
  • Wow what a tranquil retreat with beautiful white sandy beaches

    @balansub1148 · 👍 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: Mar (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (92/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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Rihiveli

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