

Best for intermediate divers, 12-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Aah Thila is a pinnacle reef located in the South Ari Atoll. The structure rises from a base at 30 metres to a shallow top at 12 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Divers navigate walls and overhangs with visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres. Access is by boat only. While currents are generally mild, they can intensify with little warning, requiring careful monitoring of position and depth. This site is suited for intermediate divers who possess strong buoyancy control. Typical dives last 50 minutes. Divers should plan around slack tide to manage current conditions and agree on a depth ceiling before descending to avoid exceeding limits.
3.53695, 72.94083
Plan your dive around slack tide to make the most of the calmer current windows, and brief your group on the depth limit before descending since it's easy to drift deeper than intended when the current picks up around the pinnacle.
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Depth
12-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Dec
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the depth and the potential for intensifying currents.
The pinnacle rises from a base at 30 metres to a top at 12 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Aah Thila is accessible by boat only.
Currents are generally mild but can strengthen, so it is recommended to plan dives around slack tide.
Monitor your position relative to the pinnacle and agree on a depth ceiling before descending, as currents can increase and the site reaches 30 metres.
Diving at Aah Thila in South Ari Atoll requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Aah Thila in South Ari Atoll. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Aah Thila in South Ari Atoll are January, February, March, April, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.