

Best for intermediate divers, 9-21m, boat entry, moderate current.
Kottefaru Anemone Thila is a submerged pinnacle in the Baa Atoll, featuring a depth range of 9 to 21 metres with an average of 15 metres. This site is accessed by boat and is suited for intermediate divers due to moderate currents that can strengthen quickly. The topography includes swim-throughs, which require appropriate overhead environment certification. Divers can expect visibility between 18 and 20 metres and water temperatures ranging from 29 to 30C. The site is also available for night dives. Divers should remain close to the reef and be prepared to use a reef hook if conditions shift during the drift.
5.50780, 73.03070
Time your dive to coincide with an incoming current, as this is when manta rays and grey reef sharks tend to push up onto the thila and become most active around the structure. Be aware that currents can strengthen quickly at this site, so stay close to the reef and be ready to use your reef hook if conditions shift.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
9-21m
Visibility
18-20m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
The site ranges from 9 to 21 metres deep, with an average depth of 15 metres.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers and requires boat access and experience with drift diving and overhead environments.
Kottefaru Anemone Thila is a boat-only dive site.
Hazards include an overhead environment within the swim-throughs, the presence of sharks, and currents that can build quickly.
This site is designed for diving and requires boat access; it is not suitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Kottefaru Anemone Thila in Un’goofaaru requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Kottefaru Anemone Thila in Un’goofaaru. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
Expect moderate currents at Kottefaru Anemone Thila in Un’goofaaru. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Kottefaru Anemone Thila in Un’goofaaru typically ranges from 18 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.