

Best for intermediate divers, 10-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Vaadhoo Thila is a pinnacle and wall formation in the Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll, offering a varied underwater topography for intermediate divers. The site features a structure that drops from 10 metres to a maximum depth of 30 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. Divers typically experience visibility between 15 and 30 metres. Access is strictly by boat, and the site is suitable for drift diving due to mild currents that can shift. Night diving is also available. Divers should monitor their depth and air supply closely, and avoid contact with the sharp coral and rock surfaces found along the wall.
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Time your dive to coincide with an incoming current, which tends to push nutrients along the wall and bring reef life up to the shallower sections of the pinnacle. Confirm current conditions with your operator on the day, as the site can behave differently depending on tidal stage.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
10-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Nov, Dec
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth and the potential for shifting currents.
The pinnacle structure ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site.
Hazards include the depth, sharp coral and rock surfaces, and currents that can strengthen without warning.
This site is designed for diving, and boat access is required to reach the pinnacle.
Diving at Vaadhoo Thila in Vaadhoo Thila requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Vaadhoo Thila in Vaadhoo Thila. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Vaadhoo Thila in Vaadhoo Thila are January, February, March, April, May, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Vaadhoo Thila in Vaadhoo Thila typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Vaadhoo Thila in Vaadhoo Thila typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.