Alimatha Jetty
The famous night dive at the jetty of Alimatha resort island on the eastern side of Vaavu. Divers settle on the sand beside the jetty and reef edge while large numbers of nurse sharks, stingrays and jacks circle in the lights. It is calm and shallow, so it suits all levels.
Facts
- Region: Maldives – North & Central Atolls
- Area: Vaavu (Felidhoo) Atoll
- Depth: 3–15 m
- Level: beginner
- Current: low
- Type: jetty, night, reef
- Coordinates: 3.5905, 73.4985
- Highlights: nurse sharks (large aggregations), stingrays, jacks, night dive
- Unverified: Depth is reported inconsistently: PADI gives 1–8 m (average 3–5 m), Wannadive about 5–10 m, Resort Life 10–20 m with divers settling at 10–15 m; the 3–15 m range shown is a compromise.
- Tips: The animals are attracted by feeding activity, which makes the dive controversial – choose an operator with responsible practices, keep excellent buoyancy, stay low and never touch or corner the sharks. Peak activity is around sunset and early evening.