

Best for intermediate divers, 5-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Maaya Thila is a pinnacle reef located in the Ari Atoll, Maldives. This site is suitable for intermediate divers and requires boat access. The reef structure ranges from 5 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 20 metres. Divers can expect moderate currents and visibility typically between 15 and 30 metres. Water temperatures remain consistent, ranging from 28 to 30C throughout the year. The site is known for night diving opportunities. Hazards at this location include an overhead environment, sharp coral, stonefish, and the potential for strong currents. A typical dive duration is approximately 50 minutes.
4.05470, 72.51730
Position yourself at cleaning stations and wait for manta rays to approach rather than chasing them.
Accessible via 90-minute speedboat journey from Male, or via liveaboard expeditions and resort dive centers.
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
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the presence of strong currents and an overhead environment.
The site ranges from 5 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 8000 metres from the shore.
Divers should be aware of an overhead environment, sharp coral, stonefish, and strong currents.
Yes, night diving is permitted at this location.
Diving at Maaya 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 Maaya Thila in Malé. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Maaya 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.
Expect moderate currents at Maaya Thila in Malé. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Maaya Thila in Malé typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.