Scientific PDF recording Kudiboli as a south oceanside drop-off with a sand-in-cave observation at 29 m.
Deep channel pinnacle with strong current and sharks.
Deep channel pinnacle with strong current and sharks.
Boat routing depends on current direction and pickup timing.
Kudiboli Thila is a compact channel pinnacle with cavey relief and a deep, current-shaped profile. Divers work the structure on the side that matches the flow, which keeps the dive focused on the pin rather than a broad reef run. It is a better fit for confident boat divers who are comfortable with strong current and a route that may need to be chosen on the day. The payoff is a high-action site where sharks and other channel life are the main draw.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
26m - 30m
Depth Note
The site is worked around the 26m mark and reaches about 30m, with the current deciding which side is safest to run.
Best Season
Best when the flow is stable and the boat can pick the clean side of the pinnacle.
Typical Conditions
A deep channel pinnacle with a compact profile, strong current, and little room for sloppy positioning.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy tight, respect the current direction, and avoid forcing the dive when flow is pushing hard across the pinnacle.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; the route is current-dependent.
Legal Notes
No site-specific permit surfaced; follow operator and marine rules.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Freediving
Not a natural freedive target; the useful profile is deep and current-sensitive.
Snorkeling
Not a primary snorkel site; the action sits on the deep channel pinnacle.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Scientific PDF recording Kudiboli as a south oceanside drop-off with a sand-in-cave observation at 29 m.
Official tourism page describing Vaavu as a major dive region with boat and liveaboard access.
Liveaboard itinerary describing the Kudiboli Kandu cluster with soft corals and white-tip/black-tip sharks.
Felidhoo dive-site directory with a Kudiboli Thila entry describing the 26m dive and east-to-west current.
REEF zone list placing Kudiboli Kandu in Vaavu Atoll.
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