

Best for intermediate divers, 5-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Hudhu Thila is a reef site in the Baa Atoll, Maldives, offering depths between 5 and 30 metres. Divers typically encounter moderate currents, which can strengthen during a dive, requiring careful buoyancy control. Visibility generally ranges from 20 to 30 metres. The site is accessible by boat and is suitable for intermediate divers. Night diving is a productive option here, often revealing species such as lobster and octopus. Hazards include the presence of lionfish, stonefish, and scorpionfish, which are well camouflaged on the reef surface. Divers should maintain distance from the reef and stay close to their group to manage current changes.
5.35520, 73.61960
The moderate current at Hudhu Thila can strengthen with little warning, so brief with your divemaster before the dive and agree on a bail-out plan. Night dives here are particularly productive for spotting lobster and octopus, so if the timing works with the boat schedule, it is worth prioritising.
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Depth
5-30m
Visibility
20-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Divers may encounter lobster, octopus, lionfish, stonefish, and scorpionfish at this site.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the moderate currents that can strengthen during a dive.
The reef structure ranges from 5 to 30 metres in depth.
Hudhu Thila requires boat access.
The site is primarily a dive location with depths starting at 5 metres and reaching 30 metres, and it requires boat access.
Diving at Hudhu Thila in Northern Atolls requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Hudhu Thila in Northern Atolls. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
Divers at Hudhu Thila in Northern Atolls should be aware of lionfish, stonefish. 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 Hudhu Thila in Northern Atolls. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Hudhu Thila in Northern Atolls typically ranges from 20 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.