Rasdhoo Madivaru (Hammerhead Point),Maldives

• Large schools of scalloped hammerhead sharks
• Dramatic drift dives and channel/drop‑off topography
• Cleaning stations on coral bommies
• Frequent encounters with other pelagics (trevally, jacks, tuna)
• Occasional manta ray and whale shark sightings

• Reliable hammerhead aggregations—best early morning drift dives
• Strong currents that bring nutrient‑rich water and pelagic life
• Clear water with good visibility (often 15–30 m)
• A series of coral bommies and steep drop‑offs ideal for underwater photography
• Accessible from Rasdhoo island and popular on liveaboard itineraries

• Advanced scuba diving (drift and wall dives) — primary activity
• Underwater photography and videography
• Liveaboard trips including multi‑day pelagic itineraries
• Snorkeling around shallower bommies (but not ideal for hammerhead viewing)
• Island visits to Rasdhoo for local culture and dining between dives

Peak season: January to April (calmer seas, higher probability of hammerhead schools). Broader good window: November to May. Off‑season (southwest monsoon) has rougher seas and less predictable pelagic sightings.

Typical tropical climate: air 26–31°C, water 27–29°C. Expect warm, humid days with a sea breeze; short tropical showers possible, more frequent during the southwest monsoon (May–October).

Madivaru is a natural dive site and has no official entry fee or opening hours. Access and dives are organized through licensed dive operators or liveaboards; expect per‑dive charges or package rates. Note: tourists pay the Maldives Green Tax via accommodation providers and must follow local regulations when visiting inhabited islands.

Reachable by speedboat or liveaboard from Malé or nearby atolls. Typical transfer from Malé: ~1–2 hours by speedboat depending on operator and sea conditions (approx. 50–60 km). No direct airport at Rasdhoo; seaplane is uncommon for local islands. Book dives through reputable operators who run daily trips or include the site on liveaboard routes.

If your main goal is hammerhead sightings, allow 2–3 dive days (2–4 dives per day if you’re on a liveaboard) or a short liveaboard itinerary of 3–5 nights to increase encounter probability.

Bring reef‑safe sunscreen, a light long‑sleeve rash guard for sun, and a warm top for early‑morning boat rides. For diving: bring your certification card, logbook, reef hooks for drift dives (if you use one), surface marker buoy, and a durable dive light/photography rig. Strong currents mean a competent DSMB/SMB and a reliable buddy/guide are essential.

Nearby Rasdhoo island offers simple Maldivian cuisine—mas huni, grilled tuna, coconut rice, and fresh fish curries. Souvenirs include local lacquerware, woven mats (thundu kunaa), small handicrafts, and locally produced coconut items. Respect local customs on inhabited islands (modest dress away from resort areas).