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Published Apr 12, 2007Boat access, overhangs, and current note.
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Baros Thila
Shallow Maldivian thila with anemones and unicornfish.
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Boat-accessible North Malé thila with a shallow crest, rock formations, and a gentle slope.
About Baros Thila
Baros Thila is a submerged Maldivian thila south of Baros with a shallow crest that slopes into deeper water. The site mixes rock ledges and overhangs with anemones, anemonefish, unicornfish, and occasional larger reef fish. It is usually dived by boat with a local guide, and the open profile rewards relaxed buoyancy, tide awareness, and an unhurried multilevel plan.
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Research Estimate At Baros Thila
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 16m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralSome damage
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Baros Thila?
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Baros Thila Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
8m - 28m
Depth Note
Reef top is around 8 m and the slope continues down to about 25–28 m.
Best Season
Year round
Typical Conditions
Usually a mild thila dive with a shallow crest and a gradual slope to deeper water.
Safety & Access At Baros Thila
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Stay aware of the reef edge and any overhangs if current changes during the dive.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; plan the dive with a local operator or resort dive center.
Legal Notes
Follow standard Maldives dive briefings, boat procedures, and local operator guidance.
Local Intel For Baros Thila
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best as a scuba dive. The shallow crest and 25-28 m slope suit a relaxed multilevel profile.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive site; the main features sit deeper than comfortable breath-hold range.
Snorkeling
Not a strong snorkel site because the main reef interest starts around 8 m.
Recent Logged Visits At Baros Thila
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Baros Thila
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility16m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
