Dive Site · vaavu atoll
Golden Wall Vattaru Kandu
Also known as: Golden Wall
- Depth
- avg. 27m m
- Level
- Intermediate
- Current
- Moderate
- Best Season
- Year‑round
- Features
- Cave
- Protection
- None noted
Feature Creatures
Yellow soft‑coral wall (alcyonarians) Anthias clouds Glassfish & sweepers Hawksbill turtles Napoleon wrasse Grey reef sharks (blue) Eagle rays Jacks/trevally Barracuda Nudibranchs
Site Description
A moderate-current intermediate dive in Vaavu Atoll featuring a striking yellow soft-coral wall with anthias clouds, glassfish, and sweepers year-round. Hawksbill turtles, Napoleon wrasse, grey reef sharks, eagle rays, jacks, barracuda, and nudibranchs round out the marine life, with caves adding exploration value.
Notes
Torch shows colors best; surge possible in swell. Coordinates approximate—anchored to nearest island/reef; verify locally.
