Rahdigaa Thila
Protected Area
South Ari Marine Protected Area
Why dive here
With 148+ marine species recorded in the area - including blacktip reef sharks, sea turtles and whale sharks - Rahdigaa Thila offers some of South Ari Atoll's richest diving. Water ranges 29-31°C, warmest April, May, July.
Rahdigaa Thila is a shallow one, topping out at just 5 to 7 metres, making it a good choice for longer bottom times and those who prefer less depth. We especially like the table coral plateau up top. Drop down a little and you'll find the thila's walls, cut with plenty of small caverns and overhangs. These surfaces are absolutely plastered with soft corals, sponges, and encrusting algae, a wild explosion of pink, orange, blue, and lilac. Keep an eye out for nudibranchs and flatworms adding even more splashes of bright colour to the scene. It’s a peaceful dive, perfect for photographers or anyone wanting a relaxed exploration.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Rahdigaa Thila
Rahdigaa Thila Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Rahdigaa Thila, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (3.49, 72.9) (16km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
85°F · Range: 28.3–30.9°C
Air Temperature
28°C
82°F
Wind Speed
7.42 m/s
14.4 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1010.7 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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