

Best for advanced divers, 10-25m, boat entry, strong current.
Villingilli Thila is a submerged pinnacle located in the Baa Atoll, offering a challenging drift dive for advanced divers. The site ranges from 10 to 25 metres in depth, with an average of 20 metres. Strong currents are a defining feature, requiring careful planning and coordination with a guide to ensure safe entry and exit. Divers should stay close to the reef structure to manage the flow and be prepared to deploy a surface marker buoy. Visibility typically ranges between 18 and 25 metres, and the site is accessible for night diving. Access is strictly by boat, and divers should time their entry to align with incoming currents.
5.37530, 72.95610
Time your entry to arrive at the thila on an incoming current so you can work the reef with the flow rather than against it. Brief carefully with your guide about the current direction before each dive, as conditions can shift significantly between the surface and depth.
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Depth
10-25m
Visibility
18-25m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
50 min
No, this site is rated for advanced divers due to the strong currents that frequently sweep across the pinnacle.
The site depth ranges from 10 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site; a boat is required to reach the pinnacle and for safe recovery after the drift.
The main hazard is the strong current. Divers must stay close to the reef structure for shelter and be prepared to deploy a surface marker buoy.
This site is designed for diving, and the strong currents and depth make it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Villingilli Thila in Northern Atolls requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Villingilli Thila in Northern Atolls. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
Villingilli Thila in Northern Atolls can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Villingilli Thila in Northern Atolls typically ranges from 18 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.