

Best for intermediate divers, 5-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Maya Thila is a pinnacle reef located in the Ari Atoll, Maldives, accessible only by boat. The site features a depth range of 5 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 24 metres. Divers encounter moderate currents and visibility typically ranging between 15 and 30 metres. The site is suitable for intermediate divers and supports night diving. Hazards include strong currents, sharp coral, and sharks. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, groupers, bluefin trevally, emperor angelfish, whitetip reef sharks, spotfin lionfish, snowflake moray, bluefaced angelfish, day octopus, clown triggerfish, giant moray, titan triggerfish, undulated moray, and regal angelfish.
4.18170, 72.81190
Position yourself at cleaning stations and wait for manta rays to approach.
Accessible via day trips from Male by speedboat, liveaboard expeditions, or from nearby Ari Atoll resorts.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Year-round
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, groupers, bluefin trevally, emperor angelfish, whitetip reef sharks, spotfin lionfish, and various moray eels.
No, Maya Thila is rated for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate to strong currents.
The site ranges from 5 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 24 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this pinnacle, which is located 8000 metres from the shore.
While the site is primarily a dive location for intermediate divers, the shallowest parts of the pinnacle reach 5 metres.
Diving at Maya Thila in Malé requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Maya Thila in Malé. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Maya Thila in Malé are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Maya Thila in Malé should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Expect moderate currents at Maya Thila in Malé. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Maya Thila in Malé typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.