

Best for advanced divers, Up to 30m, boat entry, strong current.
Kudiboli Thila is a standalone pinnacle located within a channel in the Vaavu Atoll. As an isolated reef structure with no connection to a larger reef system, it is subject to strong currents, making it a site suitable for advanced divers. The topography consists of a submerged pinnacle reaching depths of up to 30 metres. Access to this site is exclusively by boat. Due to the nature of the currents and the site profile, divers should be prepared for drift diving conditions.
3.62957, 73.37117
The route is operated 11 months a year, with June being the only month excluded.
Access is via liveaboard boat departing from Male.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Strong
Best Time
Apr, Dec
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the strong currents present in the channel.
The site reaches depths of up to 30 metres.
Access to Kudiboli Thila is by boat only.
The best months to dive at this site are April and December.
The primary hazard at Kudiboli Thila is the strong current found in the channel.
Diving at Kudiboli Thila in Malé requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Kudiboli Thila in Malé. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
Kudiboli Thila in Malé can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.