Gemanafushi Hammerhead Point
Location: North Huvadhu Atoll, Maldives
Dive Site Specs
- Max depth:
- 30m
- Difficulty:
- Advanced Open Water
- Coordinates:
- 0.445856, 73.578217 (Directions on Google Maps)
Overview
Gemanafushi Hammerhead Point is a thrilling dive site in the southern Maldives, renowned for early-morning encounters with scalloped hammerhead sharks cruising along the deep reef edge. The site features steep drop-offs, strong oceanic currents, and excellent blue-water visibility, attracting pelagic species such as grey reef sharks, eagle rays, tuna, and large schools of fish. Due to its depth and currents, it is best suited for experienced divers seeking unforgettable big-animal encounters.
Access: Boat access
Marine life: grey reef sharks, eagle rays, tuna
Nearby Dive Sites
- Maareha Kandu (1.4 km away)
- Kondey Kandu (5.0 km away)
- Hadahaa Reef (15.4 km away)
- Vodahulu Kandu (19.3 km away)
- Kuredhohoo Faru (27.7 km away)
- Villingili Kandu (36.4 km away)
Recent Dives
- Gemanafushi Hammerhead Point - 2019/03/06 (by MMaresca · Mar 06, 2019 · Depth: 29.59m · Duration: 51 min)