Diving in
Maldives - Protected Dive Sites
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 On World Environment
Day, June 5, 1995, the government of the Maldives announced the
establishment of 15 Protected Marine Areas within the major
tourist atolls. This is the first step in protecting the popular
dive sites from the detrimental effects of over-fishing, coral
mining, anchor damage and rubbish.
Lhaviyani atoll
North Male atoll
- Makunudhoo Kandu
- Rasfari
- H.P Reef
- Banana Reef
- Kuda Haa
- Lions Head
- Hans Hass Place
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South Male atoll
- Emboodhoo Kandu
- Guraidhoo Kandu
Ari atoll
- Maaya Thila
- Orimas Thila
- Fish Head
- Kudarah Thila
Felidhoo atoll
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