Miyaru Thila - Baa Atoll

Miyaru Thila is one of those pinnacles in Baa Atoll that you just drift onto and let the show unfold. Dropping to 26 metres, it’s a pretty straightforward dive for intermediate divers, though the currents can pick up. We’ve had some cracking encounters here, especially with grey reef sharks patrolling the edges and eagle rays gliding by in the blue. Keep an eye out for colourful fusiliers swirling around the coral blocks on top; they’re often a good indicator of where the action is. It's a solid choice for a relaxing dive with reliable pelagic sightings.

Location
Baa Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean & East Africa
Coordinates
6.179500, 73.098900
Type
pinnacle
Maximum Depth
26m
Difficulty
Intermediate

Marine Protected Area: Sh.Naalaahuraa Finolhu Sarahahdhu

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 Miyaru 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 Miyaru 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