Dive Site · north ari atoll
Velidhu Caves
- Level
- Beginner–Intermediate
- Current
- Mild–Moderate
- Best Season
- Year‑round
- Features
- Cave
- Protection
- None noted
Feature Creatures
Blue‑hole/cave glassfish clouds Soldierfish & squirrelfish Soft corals & sponges Hawksbill turtles (resting) Nurse shark (occasional) Moray eels Lionfish & scorpionfish Shrimps & lobsters Sweetlips Nudibranchs
Site Description
This cave system offers encounters with glassfish clouds, soldierfish, squirrelfish, and soft corals throughout the year in mild to moderate currents. Hawksbill turtles rest here alongside moray eels, lionfish, scorpionfish, and nudibranchs, making it suitable for beginner to intermediate divers.
Notes
Torch useful; avoid touching ceilings. Coordinates approximate—anchored to nearest island/reef; verify locally.
