Dive Site · south ari atoll
Dhigurah Arches
Also known as: Dhigurah Caves
- Depth
- avg. 22m m
- Level
- Beginner–Intermediate
- Current
- Mild–Moderate
- Best Season
- Year‑round
- Features
- Cave
- Protection
- None noted
Feature Creatures
Glassfish & sweepers Soldierfish & squirrelfish Soft corals & sponges Hawksbill turtles (resting) Nurse shark (occasional) Moray eels Lionfish & scorpionfish Shrimps & lobsters Sweetlips Nudibranchs
Site Description
These cave-like arches shelter glassfish, sweepers, soldierfish, squirrelfish, soft corals, and sponges alongside resting hawksbill turtles. Beginner to intermediate explorers encounter occasional nurse sharks, moray eels, lionfish, scorpionfish, shrimps, lobsters, sweetlips, and nudibranchs in mild to moderate currents year-round.
Notes
Torch recommended; avoid silting ceilings. Coordinates approximate—anchored to nearest island/reef; verify locally.
