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Whitetip reef shark and anthias around Maaya Thila at twilightNorth Ari Atoll — public-safe area only
North Ari Atoll · Thila / pinnacle

Maaya Thila

A compact North Ari pinnacle known for dense reef life, carefully paced circuits and atmospheric twilight or night dives.

DifficultyIntermediate to advanced
Depth6–30 m
CurrentMild to moderate; can strengthen
Best seasonDec–Apr
Site overview

About Maaya Thila

The small pinnacle supports a dense concentration of reef life and allows a layered profile from the deeper base to a shallow safety stop. Night dives require excellent buoyancy and disciplined torch etiquette.

  • Day and guided night profiles
  • Compact pinnacle with dense reef life
  • Buoyancy-focused route and briefing
Conditions

Plan the profile around the day

Water27–30 °C
Visibility15–25 m typical
CurrentMild to moderate; can strengthen
Dive typesPinnacle · Night dive
Marine-life context

Species commonly associated with this site

Whitetip reef sharksAnthiasMoray eelsTurtles
These are typical or possible encounters, not guaranteed sightings.
Safety

Tips for diving Maaya Thila

01Keep lights off resting wildlife and avoid crowding ledges.
02Monitor no-decompression time during repeated circuits.
03Follow the guide’s route when current changes around the pinnacle.

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