

Best for intermediate divers, 12-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
Sara Thila is a submerged pinnacle in the North Male Atoll, offering a drift dive experience for intermediate divers. The site features a structure that rises from a depth of 40 metres to a shallow top at 12 metres. Divers should expect moderate currents that can strengthen with little warning, necessitating close proximity to a guide and a pre-agreed drift abort signal. Visibility typically ranges between 15 and 40 metres. Due to the sharp coral and rock surfaces on the pinnacle walls, maintain a safe distance to avoid injury and reef damage. Access to this site is exclusively by boat.
4.32340, 73.36980
Time your entry to coincide with the incoming current, which tends to bring the manta rays and eagle rays in closer to the pinnacle. Brief thoroughly and agree on a drift signal before you descend, as the current can pick up quickly and communication matters here.
Access is via resort-based dive center speed boat or liveaboard safari.
Recorded at this site
Depth
12-40m
Visibility
15-40m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Year-round
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth and the potential for currents to strengthen quickly.
The site ranges from 12 metres at the top of the pinnacle to 40 metres at the base.
Sara Thila requires boat access.
Water temperatures remain consistent throughout the year, typically ranging between 28C and 30C.
The primary hazards are strong currents that can increase without warning and sharp coral surfaces on the pinnacle walls.
Diving at Sara 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 Sara Thila in Malé. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Sara 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.