pinnacle

23m

Beginner

Baa Atoll, Maldives

R.Villingili Thila

Aarah Bodu Thila

Best months: Jul–Nov

Protected Area

R.Villingili Thila

Why dive here

Aarah Bodu Thila is a pinnacle dive where divers can encounter blue sharks, sea turtles and spinner dolphins. Water ranges 29-31°C, warmest March, April, May.

Best timeJul–Nov

WetsuitNo wetsuit needed, or a rash guard

Marine lifeBlue Sharks, Sea Turtles and Spinner Dolphins

Water29-31°C · warmest March, April, May

CharacterPinnacle dive · max 23m

StandoutDramatic pinnacle topography

Aarah Bodu Thila is a nice little pinnacle, particularly if you’re new to diving in the Maldives. It’s got a comfortable maximum depth of 23m, making it ideal for beginners or those looking for a relaxed dive. We've seen plenty of reef sharks cruising by, and the overhangs often shelter nurse sharks taking a snooze. It’s not one for strong currents, so you can take your time exploring the reef structure and looking for the smaller creatures hiding in the coral.

Typical Aarah Bodu Thila Dive Profile

Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

Safety Notes

Depth of 23m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.

Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Aarah Bodu Thila

Aarah Bodu Thila Ocean Conditions

Monthly averages for Aarah Bodu Thila, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (5.8, 73.2) (7km away)

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October Averages

Sea Temperature

29°C

85°F · Range: 28.5–30.5°C

Current Speed

14 cm/s

Direction: E (90°)

Chlorophyll-a

0.155 mg/m³

Clear water

Salinity

35.33 PSU

Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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