

Best for intermediate divers, 3-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Kahambu Thila is a submerged pinnacle in the North Male Atoll, rising from 30 metres to a shallow top at 3 metres. This site is accessed exclusively by boat, with dives typically lasting 50 minutes. Divers should expect moderate currents that can develop quickly, requiring solid buoyancy control and close proximity to the structure. Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres, allowing for views of the pinnacle profile. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, whitetip reef sharks, spotted eagle rays, and various angelfish and triggerfish. Due to the current, this site is best suited for intermediate divers who can manage changing water flow.
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Time your dive around the tidal flow rather than the clock, as the current at Kahambu Thila dictates everything from entry point to where the fish school. Brief with your divemaster before the dive to understand which side of the pinnacle will be working best on the day.
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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
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, whitetip reef sharks, spotted eagle rays, emperor angelfish, giant moray, regal angelfish, titan triggerfish, lunartail grouper, clown triggerfish, bluefaced angelfish, painted moray, giant trevally, day octopus, and Indian lionfish.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the moderate currents that can develop quickly around the pinnacle.
The pinnacle rises from a depth of 30 metres up to 3 metres at its shallowest point.
This is a boat-only dive site; you must enter and exit via the boat.
This site is designed for diving, and boat access is required for all activities.
Diving at Kahambu 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 Kahambu Thila in North Male Atoll. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
Expect moderate currents at Kahambu Thila in North Male Atoll. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Kahambu Thila in North Male Atoll typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.