Maaya Thila, North Ari Atoll
About Maaya Thila, North Ari Atoll
This thila dive site was once ranked among the world’s top 10 and became especially popular for night diving. The shallow top has suffered significant diver-related damage, but conditions are described as acceptable from about 12 m. Deeper pinnacles around the thila are highlighted for shark action and large schools of fish. Night dives feature hunting activity from large jacks and whitetip reef sharks.
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Reported Depth
12m+
Depth Note
The top is described as badly damaged, but the site is considered acceptable from around 12 m; deeper pinnacles are also mentioned without specific depths.
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Safety Notes
Night dives are popular and include hunting sharks and large jacks; maintain control and awareness around active predators and avoid contact with the reef.
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Known for night diving and shark encounters around the deeper pinnacles.
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