TALABO THILA - Baa Atoll

Talabo Thila sits in Baa Atoll, a straightforward pinnacle dive that’s a good entry point if you’re new to Maldivian diving. It’s pretty shallow, topping out at 19 metres, which means plenty of light filters down. We’ve seen whitetip reef sharks cruising the edges here, and the schools of fusiliers are usually thick enough to make a decent backdrop. It's a reliable spot for an easy, relaxed dive, especially if you’re looking to get comfortable with the local conditions.

Location
Baa Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean & East Africa
Coordinates
5.300600, 73.533700
Type
pinnacle
Maximum Depth
19m
Difficulty
Beginner

Marine Protected Area: Lh.Maakoa

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 TALABO 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 TALABO 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