Vara Reethi Thila - North Malé Atoll

Vara Reethi Thila sits at a comfortable 26 metres, making it a good choice for intermediate divers looking for a solid reef dive in North Malé. We often find the current here to be a gentle push, allowing for a relaxed drift along the coral slopes. Look out for the resident schools of snapper and fusiliers, which often hang around the reef edge. It’s a pleasant dive, not overly dramatic, but consistently delivers a good cross-section of Maldivian reef life.

Location
North Malé Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean & East Africa
Coordinates
4.383700, 73.358000
Type
reef
Maximum Depth
26m
Difficulty
Intermediate

Marine Protected Area: K.Rasfari Sarahahdhu

Best Time to Dive in North Malé Atoll

The warmest water temperatures in North Malé Atoll occur in April, averaging 30.9°C. The coolest conditions are in January at 28.6°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 28.6°C
  • February: 28.9°C
  • March: 29.8°C
  • April: 30.9°C
  • May: 30.1°C
  • June: 29.6°C
  • July: 29.6°C
  • August: 29.6°C
  • September: 29.4°C
  • October: 29.2°C
  • November: 29.3°C
  • December: 29.0°C

Nearby Dive Sites in North Malé Atoll

Nearest Dive Centres to Vara Reethi Thila

Marine Life in North Malé Atoll

Home to 101 recorded species including 42 reef fish, 41 hard corals, 5 sea snails & nudibranchs, 4 seagrass & algae, 3 sharks & rays, 2 sea cucumbers.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Vara Reethi Thila

Based on average water temperature of 29.5°C, currents 10 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 30°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