Dive-site story
Encircling a small private island in South Ari Atoll, Mirihi House Reef offers straightforward shore access directly from dedicated entry channels and resort jetties. The reef crest slopes downward onto a sandy seabed, featuring coral blocks, overhangs, and a scuttled steel wreck sitting upright near the reef edge. Divers frequently encounter patrolling reef sharks, resident sea turtles feeding along the upper slopes, and schooling batfish hovering above the wreck.
Small steel wreck resting intact on the sandy bottom near the wall
Frequent encounters with hawksbill turtles grazing on hard coral
Direct entry from multiple marked access points along the house reef
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
The northeast monsoon brings calmer seas, reduced rainfall, and optimum water clarity across South Ari Atoll.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawksbill Sea TurtleEretmochelys imbricata | Common | ||||||||||||
| Blacktip Reef SharkCarcharhinus melanopterus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Whitetip Reef SharkTriaenodon obesus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Spotted Eagle RayAetobatus narinari | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Orbicular BatfishPlatax orbicularis | Common |
Marine forecast
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