

Best for beginner divers, 6-25m, boat entry, moderate current.
Hohola Thila is a reef site in the Ari Atoll, Maldives, featuring a structure that extends from 6 to 25 metres. Accessible only by boat, the site is suitable for beginners who can explore the shallower reef sections. Divers may encounter black corals, blue sponges, and brown hard corals. Species recorded around this area include whitetip reef sharks, giant morays, and various angelfish. A moderate current is typical, and visibility can reach 14 metres, though it is variable. Night diving is permitted at this location. Divers should be aware of stonefish camouflaged on the reef and avoid contact with the substrate.
3.96170, 72.80810
Visibility at Hohola Thila can be quite variable, so it is worth checking conditions with the dive shop before you head out. If you are a beginner, aim to stay in the shallower sections of the reef where the current feels more manageable.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
6-25m
Visibility
Up to 14m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Species recorded around this area include whitetip reef sharks, giant morays, emperor angelfish, and various triggerfish. You may also spot black corals and blue sponges on the reef.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, who should focus on the shallower sections of the reef where currents are more manageable.
The reef structure ranges from approximately 6 metres to 25 metres in depth.
Hohola Thila is a boat-only dive site; a boat is required to reach the location.
While the site is primarily a dive location with depths starting at 6 metres, it is accessible by boat charter.
Stonefish are present and camouflaged on the reef, so avoid touching surfaces. Additionally, visibility can drop suddenly, so stay close to your guide and the anchor line.
Diving at Hohola Thila in Central Atolls requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Hohola Thila in Central Atolls. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
Expect moderate currents at Hohola Thila in Central Atolls. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Hohola Thila in Central Atolls can reach up to 14 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.