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Bathala Maga Khan Thila
Boat-only channel thila in North Ari with sharks and current.
Local operator required
Bathala-area dive-center support is the normal access path for this site.
A current-exposed thila at the Bathala channel entrance, best for boat dives that want shark action, open-ocean exposure, and a reef profile that runs from a shallow top to a deeper slope.
About Bathala Maga Khan Thila
Bathala Maga Khan Thila is a boat-only channel thila at the entrance of Bathala channel in North Ari Atoll, where the reef faces the open ocean and drops from a shallow top into a deeper slope. The site is known for strong-current windows, shark action, and big-pelagic passes, with grey reef sharks, napoleon wrasse, eagle rays, tuna, and trevally common when the timing is right. It suits divers who are comfortable with current and want a classic Maldives thila rather than a relaxed reef.
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Research Estimate At Bathala Maga Khan Thila
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Bathala Maga Khan Thila?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Bathala Maga Khan Thila Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
7m - 30m
Depth Note
The reef starts around 7 m in the south and slopes down to about 30 m.
Best Season
December through April, when calmer seas and better visibility are more likely.
Typical Conditions
Ocean-facing channel entrance, strong current windows, clear water, and frequent shark and pelagic sightings.
Safety & Access At Bathala Maga Khan Thila
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong current
Safety Notes
Strong currents can occur, so keep a current-aware plan and follow the boat team's timing guidance.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; plan the dive with an operator that can time the channel current.
Legal Notes
Follow the local dive operator's channel procedures and any reef or marine-area guidance for Ari Atoll.
Local Intel For Bathala Maga Khan Thila
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A channel thila with a shallow top and deeper slope, best handled as a boat dive in current-aware conditions.
Freediving
Not a practical freedive site because access is boat-based and the main action sits on a current-exposed reef slope.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel-first site; the reef is best appreciated from scuba depth and with current-aware boat support.
Wildlife at Bathala Maga Khan Thila
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Bathala Maga Khan Thila
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Bathala Maga Khan Thila
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility30m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
