Kottefaru Thila
Protected Area
B.Bathalaa Sarahahdhu
Why dive here
Kottefaru 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.
Kottefaru Thila sits as a lone pinnacle in Baa Atoll, dropping to a manageable 21 metres. It's a great spot for intermediate divers, offering a straightforward profile without anything too demanding. We often find good numbers of grey reef sharks patrolling the edges here, especially if there's a bit of current to bring in the nutrients. Look out for schooling fusiliers, their silver scales flashing in the sun, and keep an eye on the sandy bottom around the pinnacle – we’ve occasionally spotted a resting leopard shark if we're lucky. It's a reliable dive for classic Maldivian reef action.
Typical Kottefaru 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 21m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Dive Center
Koamas by Jalboot @ Kudakurathu
DivePoint Meedhupparu
Euro-Divers Niva Dhigali Maldives
Dive Center
Ocean Dive Centre Maamunagau
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Kottefaru Thila
Kottefaru Thila Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Kottefaru Thila, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (5.8, 73.2) (7km away)
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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