

Best for intermediate divers, 3-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Fanhamas Thila is a submerged pinnacle in the North Male Atoll that rises from 30 metres to a shallow top at 3 metres. The site features a combination of reef and drop-off topography, allowing divers to explore various depths during a typical 50-minute dive. Access is by boat only, and the site is suited for intermediate divers due to the potential for surge near the pinnacle structure. Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres, and currents remain mild. Species recorded around this area include Emperor Angelfish, Napoleon Wrasse, Spotted Eagle Ray, Giant Moray, and Whitetip Reef Shark. Always check the sea state with your boat crew before entering.
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Mild current at a thila like this can shift direction as the tide turns, so plan your dive to start up-current and let the flow bring you back around the structure. Boat entry is the only access, so confirm your operator's anchoring or mooring arrangements before descending.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
3-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Species recorded around this area include Emperor Angelfish, Napoleon Wrasse, Spotted Eagle Ray, Giant Moray, Undulated Moray, Laced Moray, Titan Triggerfish, Coral Grouper, Lunartail Grouper, Spotfin Lionfish, Clown Triggerfish, Day Octopus, and Whitetip Reef Shark.
The site is rated for intermediate divers. Surge and swell can push divers into the pinnacle structure, requiring good buoyancy control.
The pinnacle rises from a depth of 30 metres to a shallow top at 3 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Boat entry is required for this site. Confirm your operator's anchoring or mooring arrangements before descending.
The site is designed for diving, with the pinnacle top at 3 metres and depths extending to 30 metres.
Diving at Fanhamas Thila in North Male Atoll requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Fanhamas Thila in North Male Atoll. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
Fanhamas Thila in North Male Atoll typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Fanhamas Thila in North Male Atoll typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.