Aarah Kuda Thila - Baa Atoll

Aarah Kuda Thila is a friendly little pinnacle in Baa Atoll, a nice relaxed dive for when you want to take it easy. It tops out around 25m, making it perfectly accessible for newer divers or those who just prefer shallower profiles. We’ve found the currents here are usually pretty mild, letting you drift around the reef's edge and really soak in the smaller details. Keep an eye out for nudibranchs tucked into the corals and plenty of schooling fusiliers darting around the structure. It’s a pleasant spot, unpretentious, and a good choice for a peaceful afternoon dip.

Location
Baa Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean & East Africa
Coordinates
5.439100, 72.941300
Type
pinnacle
Maximum Depth
25m
Difficulty
Beginner

Marine Protected Area: R.Villingili Thila

Best Time to Dive in Baa Atoll

The warmest water temperatures in Baa Atoll occur in April, averaging 30.4°C. The coolest conditions are in January at 28.5°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 28.5°C
  • February: 28.8°C
  • March: 29.4°C
  • April: 30.4°C
  • May: 30.0°C
  • June: 29.4°C
  • July: 29.4°C
  • August: 29.2°C
  • September: 29.1°C
  • October: 29.1°C
  • November: 29.2°C
  • December: 29.0°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Baa Atoll

Nearest Dive Centres to Aarah Kuda Thila

Marine Life in Baa Atoll

Home to 23 recorded species including 12 hard corals, 4 seagrass & algae, 3 reef fish, 1 sharks & rays, 1 whales & dolphins, 1 sea snails & nudibranchs.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Aarah Kuda Thila

Based on average water temperature of 29.3°C, currents 24 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 29°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories