Maldives
Alimatha Jetty
About this Dive Site
Description
Experience the magic of Alimatha Jetty at night, where hundreds of gentle nurse sharks gather under the glow of underwater lights. This shallow, easy dive is a fantastic opportunity to witness these magnificent creatures alongside stingrays and schooling jackfish.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
October, November, December, January, February, March, April, September
Jan
Clear waters, good for channel dives with sharks
Feb
Excellent visibility, strong possibility of seeing nurse sharks
Mar
Good visibility, nurse shark sightings
Apr
Continued good conditions for channel dives
More monthly highlights
May
Transition to southwest monsoon, visibility can decrease
Jun
Southwest monsoon, potential for plankton blooms
Jul
Peak of southwest monsoon, occasional plankton blooms
Aug
Southwest monsoon, visibility can be reduced
Sep
Transition out of monsoon, visibility improving
Oct
Excellent visibility, ideal for channel dives with sharks
Nov
Peak season for nurse shark sightings
Dec
Clear waters, excellent for shark encounters
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