Hammerhead Point

Hammerhead Point, also known as Rasdhoo Madivaru, is a challenging dive on an outer reef frequented by hammerhead sharks, manta rays, and other large pelagics. Outside of this reef, the depth decreases fast to more than 200m, and the water is very clear. Hammerhead dives often begin before sunrise and descend by 6 a.m. for the highest possibility of sightings.

For experienced divers, this challenging dive offers the opportunity to swim alongside dozens of schooling hammerhead sharks. Scalloped hammerheads, unlike their bigger, solitary siblings, congregate in the Maldives' seas. The outer reef is located on Rasdhoo Atoll, and the pristine waters plunge to around 200m/650ft. Divers prepared to brave the currents here will be in a prime position to witness any passing pelagic life. This dive is usually done early in the morning for the best possibility of encountering sharks.

Things to see: The major draw here is the schooling of scalloped hammerheads, although manta rays, grey reef sharks, and giant trevally may also be seen.