

Best for intermediate divers, 10-22m, boat entry, moderate current.
Muthafushi Thila is a submerged pinnacle in the Baa Atoll, rising through the water column to offer a compact dive for intermediate-level divers. The site features depths ranging from 10 to 22 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. Divers access the pinnacle by boat, encountering moderate currents that can shift with little warning. Visibility typically spans 15 to 30 metres, though it may drop unexpectedly. The reef structure supports hard corals, yellow net coral, and anemones. Night diving is available, providing a different experience after dark. Due to the presence of camouflaged stonefish on the reef surface, divers should avoid placing hands or knees directly on the substrate.
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Current at Muthafushi Thila can shift with little warning, so time your dive around slack water when possible and keep close to the pinnacle structure to use it as a windbreak against the flow. Stonefish are present, so avoid placing hands on the reef when manoeuvring against current.
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Depth
10-22m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
52 min
The reef supports hard corals, yellow net coral, and anemones. Sea turtles are regularly encountered at this site.
No, this site is intended for intermediate-level divers due to the moderate currents that can shift with little notice.
The site ranges from 10 to 22 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to reach the pinnacle.
The site is primarily a dive location with depths starting at 10 metres, making it less suitable for snorkelling.
Hazards include moderate, shifting currents and low visibility. Additionally, stonefish are present on the reef, so avoid touching the substrate.
Diving at Muthafushi Thila in Eydhafushi requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Muthafushi Thila in Eydhafushi. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
Expect moderate currents at Muthafushi Thila in Eydhafushi. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Muthafushi Thila in Eydhafushi typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.