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Seafan

3.4 — based on 12 community signals
4.2 12 especies 18 colaboradores

Seafan is a year-round dive site in Gnaviyani Atoll, Maldives, with healthy coral and abundant marine life.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
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Dificultad
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Vida marina
Tiburón tigre

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
1.2 kn
Olas
2.08 m
Agua
29.7°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SSE (39%)
Now: E (81°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.92m

Próxima: Alta a las 05:00 (+0.52m)

+0.9 m0 m-0.0 m
▲ 05:00 · +0.52m ▼ 11:00 · +0.33m ▲ 16:00 · +0.49m ▼ 23:00 · +0.2m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV9.2 · very high Aire PM2.53 · good 05:57 18:03
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 6.5 2.08 9 4mm
09-20 9.8 1.86 9 2mm
09-21 8.3 1.7 9 1mm
09-22 6.7 1.4 9 1mm
09-23 11.8 1.26 9 0mm
09-24 12.2 1.44 9 2mm
09-25 10.1 1.46 9 5mm

About this spot

Seafan sits in Gnaviyani Atoll in the southern Maldives, a region known for consistent diving conditions and rich reef ecosystems. The site supports diverse marine life across 12 documented species observations, indicating good biodiversity for both macro and larger reef encounters. Coral health remains stable with no bleaching stress reported, making this a sustainable choice for divers seeking pristine reef environments. The year-round accessibility means you can plan a trip almost any month without seasonal closures. This reliability has attracted visiting divers who've documented their experiences in community videos, offering real-world insight into what to expect. The site is not within a marine protected area, so standard dive practices and local regulations apply. Whether you're a photographer chasing reef detail or a diver keen on marine biodiversity, Seafan's coral health and species diversity make it worth adding to an Atoll hop. The community engagement—video logs from actual divers—helps you gauge conditions and plan your approach before arrival.

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

Vida marina

Tiburón tigre

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 ↔ 8934km · ~2055kg · €37

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 Seafan?

Seafan is diveable year-round, so you can plan based on your own schedule and what suits your travel plans. Check local weather patterns and swell forecasts closer to your trip date for optimal conditions.

What marine life will I see at Seafan?

Seafan supports 12 documented species, ranging from reef-dwelling fish to other marine fauna. Community videos provide real examples of encounters divers have had on site.

Is Seafan protected or restricted?

Seafan is not within a marine protected area, so standard dive regulations and local Maldives diving rules apply. Always check with your operator for any current local guidelines.

How healthy is the coral at Seafan?

Coral at Seafan shows no bleaching stress, indicating stable reef health. This makes it a good choice if you want to support and dive around well-maintained ecosystems.

Operadores cerca de este spot

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

Shark Heaven Fuvahmulah

0.9 km
5.0 (8 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Teléfono: +960 775-7070
Horario: Friday: Closed

Dive point

1 km
Centro de buceo

Pelagic Divers Fuvahmulah

1.1 km
4.9 (259 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 31+ times this month
Teléfono: +960 790-0966
Horario: Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Fuvahmulahdive Dive Maldives

1.1 km
4.7 (165 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 32+ times this month
Teléfono: +960 761-0676
Horario: Friday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Olige

1.2 km
4.9 (296 reviews) open now
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 29+ times this month
Teléfono: +960 778-8130
Horario: Friday: Open 24 hours

Fuvahmulah Scuba Club

1.4 km
4.9 (101 reviews) open now
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 33+ times this month
Teléfono: +960 790-9494
Horario: Friday: Open 24 hours

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

21 registros · 21 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Sergestidae

Malacostraca · Sergestidae
OBIS
Última observación:
15 abr 2010
×1registros
Profundidad:
0–59 m

Laomediidae

Malacostraca · Laomediidae
OBIS
Última observación:
15 abr 2010
×1registros
Profundidad:
0–59 m

Tridacna

Bivalvia · Cardiidae
OBIS
Última observación:
15 abr 2010
×1registros
Profundidad:
5 m

Diphyidae

Hydrozoa · Diphyidae
OBIS
Última observación:
15 abr 2010
×1registros
Profundidad:
0–63 m

Urocaridella vestigialis

Malacostraca · Palaemonidae
OBIS
Última observación:
2 jul 1993
×1registros

Sistrum ricinus

Prickly Drupe
Gastropoda · Muricidae
OBIS
Última observación:
15 may 1973
×1registros

Librariscala millecostata

Gastropoda · Epitoniidae
OBIS
Última observación:
2 jul 1964
×1registros

Conus parvatus

Gastropoda · Conidae
OBIS
Última observación:
2 jul 1964
×1registros

Cephalopoda

Cephalopoda
OBIS
Última observación:
23 ago 1963
×1registros
Profundidad:
0–200 m

Linopherus acarunculatus

Polychaeta · Amphinomidae
OBIS
Última observación:
2 jul 1937
×1registros

Fimbriosthenelais hirsuta

Polychaeta · Sigalionidae
OBIS
Última observación:
2 jul 1910
×1registros

Alpheus eulimene

Malacostraca · Alpheidae
OBIS
Última observación:
2 jul 1909
×1registros

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

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wind peaks Oct-Nov-May, calmest Apr-Jun-Mar, dry Jan-Nov.

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: May (100/100) Worst: Oct (0/100) Now: Sep (11/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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