Vandhoo Thila - Baa Atoll

Vandhoo Thila is a nice, straightforward pinnacle dive in Baa Atoll, a solid choice for an afternoon bob around. You'll find it tops out at around 25m, making it very accessible for newer divers or those who just want to take it easy. We often see schools of yellowback fusiliers hanging out, and if you keep an eye on the sandy patches, you might spot a garden eel swaying gently. It’s a good spot to relax, enjoy the general reef activity, and warm up for some of Baa’s more energetic sites.

Location
Baa Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean & East Africa
Coordinates
5.523600, 73.045500
Type
pinnacle
Maximum Depth
25m
Difficulty
Beginner

Marine Protected Area: B.Bathalaa 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 Vandhoo 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 Vandhoo 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