

Best for beginner divers, 3-20m, boat entry, mild current.
Thoddoo Turtle in the Ari Atoll features a combination of wall and reef topography suitable for beginners. Divers and snorkellers can explore depths ranging from 3 to 20 metres. The site experiences mild currents, though visibility is variable and conditions can change between visits. Marine life recorded here includes green sea turtles, hawksbill turtles, Titan Triggerfish, Wrasses, Elongate Clam, Redlip Parrotfish, Powder-blue Surgeonfish, Groupers, Scrawled Butterflyfish, Bluespine Unicornfish, Moorish Idol, Orangestripe Triggerfish, Yellowhead Butterflyfish, Blackspotted Pufferfish, and Spotted Unicornfish. Due to active boat traffic, always use a marker buoy when surfacing. Sharks may be present; maintain distance and avoid erratic movements. Water temperatures generally range from 28C to 30C, though they can drop to 20C.
4.42800, 72.95940
Ask your boat operator what the visibility has been like in the days before your trip, as conditions can vary noticeably. Arriving earlier in the day tends to give you calmer surface conditions before boat traffic picks up.
Access to dive sites is provided by boat from Thoddoo Island.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Feb, Mar, Apr, May
Divers and snorkellers regularly encounter green sea turtles and hawksbill turtles. Other species recorded at the site include Titan Triggerfish, Wrasses, Redlip Parrotfish, Powder-blue Surgeonfish, Groupers, Scrawled Butterflyfish, Bluespine Unicornfish, Moorish Idol, Orangestripe Triggerfish, Yellowhead Butterflyfish, Blackspotted Pufferfish, and Spotted Unicornfish.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and accessible depths ranging from 3 to 20 metres.
Access to Thoddoo Turtle is by boat only. Boat traffic is active in the area, so it is recommended to use a marker buoy when surfacing.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling, with shallow areas starting at 3 metres.
Water temperatures typically range between 28C and 30C, though they can occasionally drop to 20C, so a wetsuit is recommended.
Diving at Thoddoo Turtle in Thoddoo requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Thoddoo Turtle in Thoddoo. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Thoddoo Turtle in Thoddoo are February, March, April, and May. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Thoddoo Turtle in Thoddoo 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.