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DivePoint Hudhuran Fushi is a professionally managed SSI dive centre situated on the southwest jetty of the Adaaran Select Hudhuran Fushi resort. Established in 2006, the centre has spent nearly two decades operating within the North Malé Atoll, benefiting from its position on the eastern side of the atoll.

The centre is positioned directly on a channel at the level of the outer reef, which allows for rapid access to a wide variety of dive sites. This strategic location means you can spend less time in transit and more time in the water, whether you are exploring shallow reef flats or heading out to deeper sites.

The centre is managed by an experienced team, including Jonathan, who oversees a professional operation focused on structured, guided diving. The facility is designed for efficiency, with the dive shop, modern training rooms, and the main office all located on the jetty for direct access to the dive boats.

As an SSI Dive Resort, the centre follows strict international training standards and accepts all major certification agency credentials. The team provides daily guided dives in small groups, typically following a schedule of two dives in the morning and one in the afternoon.

For those looking to advance their professional career, the centre is equipped to host the SSI Instructor Training Course. The staff's experience is reflected in their organised approach to both recreational diving and professional development.

The training programme is comprehensive, covering the entire SSI curriculum. Beginners can start with the SSI Basic Diver or Scuba Diver courses, progressing through to the SSI Open Water Diver and Advanced Open Water Diver certifications.

For more experienced divers, the centre offers specialised SSI training such as the Nitrox Diver, Stress & Rescue Diver, and Deep Diving courses. They also provide training in Night & Limited Visibility, Waves, and the use of underwater scooters.

Professional divers can pursue the SSI Divemaster qualification or the full SSI Instructor Training Course. The centre is also equipped to handle specialized training in more technical environments.

Daily excursions are conducted using traditional dhonis, providing a local and stable platform for your dives. These vessels depart directly from the southwest jetty, making the transition from the resort to the boat seamless.

Night dives are also available upon request, using the boats to reach sites where nocturnal marine life is most active. The centre's proximity to the outer reef channel ensures that these trips are efficient.

The centre maintains a high standard of rental equipment to support divers of all ages, including specific sizes for children. For those who prefer to bring their own cylinders, a variety of sizes are available, including 7l, 10l, 12l, and 15l options.

Nitrox is available for all certified Nitrox divers. For underwater photography enthusiasts, Olympus cameras are available for hire on-site to help you document your dives.

The North Malé Atoll is a high-energy environment for large pelagics. You can expect to encounter various sharks, including Whitetip reef sharks (Triaenodon obesus), Grey reef shark (Carcharhinus amblyrhynchos), and Tiger sharks. Other frequent visitors include Hammerhead sharks (Sphyrna lewini), Nurse sharks (Ginglymostoma cirratum), and various species of reef sharks.

During the period from May to December, Manta rays (Mobula alfredi) are frequently sighted at dedicated cleaning and feeding stations. You will also see large schools of fish, including Tuna (Thunnus), Jacks (Carangidae), and various species of Snapper (Lutjanus), alongside Eagle rays (Aetobatus).

On the reef, the biodiversity is immense. You will find a variety of corals, including Hard coral (Scleractinia) and Soft coral (Alcyonacea), providing a home for Napoleon wrasse (Cheilinus undulatus), Butterflyfish (Chaetodon), and Angelfish (Pomacanthidae). Turtles, including Green sea turtles (Chelonia mydas), are a regular sight across the various sites.

For those interested in smaller life, the reef is home to a vast array of invertebrates and macro species. This includes various species of Moray eel (Muraenidae), Scorpionfish (Scorpaenidae), and several types of crabs and shrimp tucked into the reef structure.

The centre's location on a channel at the outer reef level means that some sites may be subject to currents, particularly during tidal shifts. This is common for the North Malé Atoll and is a factor to consider when choosing between shallow reef dives and deeper blue water sites.

Because the centre is situated on a channel, the accessibility to the outer reef is a key feature of the local diving conditions, allowing for a variety of drift and current-based experiences.