Dhonfanu Pinnacle Zone

A favorite of our Base Leader when conditions permit, this dive involves visiting three interconnected areas - starting from Dhonfanu Reef, crossing to Kuda Gaa, and returning to the cleaning station at Dhonfanu. This route is typically chosen when mantas are scattered across the reef system, maximizing encounter opportunities. While whale sharks are not guaranteed, there's a good chance of spotting one or two.

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Composite dive linking Dhonfanu Reef, Kuda Gaa, and cleaning station. Requires extensive swimming.

A favorite of our Base Leader when conditions permit, this dive involves visiting three interconnected areas – starting from Dhonfanu Reef, crossing to Kuda Gaa, and returning to the cleaning station at Dhonfanu. This route is typically chosen when mantas are scattered across the reef system, maximizing encounter opportunities. While whale sharks are not guaranteed, there’s a good chance of spotting one or two during this extended dive. Be prepared for significant swimming as this comprehensive dive covers substantial distance.

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Dive Site Details

Access: Boat
Recommended Level: Advanced, Open Water
Dive Type: Drift, Pinnacle, Reef
Species: Batfish, Big-eyed jack, Dogtooth tuna, Eagle ray, Garden eel, Green sea turtle, Hawksbill turtle, Leaf scorpionfish, Lionfish, Manta Ray, Moray eel, Ribbon eel, Stingray
Features: Buoyancy challenge, Cleaning station, Drift potential, Long swim, Macro life, Macro photography opportunities, Manta cleaning station, Multi-pinnacle traverse, Overhangs, Pelagic encounters, Plankton traps

Location

Coordinates:

Latitude: 5.1835642

Longitude: 73.1204089

Distance from Maalhos: 5.6 km