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Kottefaru Thila
Current-heavy thila with manta season.
Local operator required
This is a guided current reef, so local drift planning matters.
Kottefaru Thila is a guided current reef with ledges, overhangs, sharks, and seasonal manta sightings that reward experienced scuba planning.
About Kottefaru Thila
Kottefaru Thila is a current-driven Maldives thila with ledges, overhangs, coral heads, and a fish-rich slope that stays interesting even before the bigger animals show up. It suits experienced scuba divers who are comfortable with drift planning and want a site where sharks, rays, and seasonal manta activity can all be part of the same dive.
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Research Estimate At Kottefaru Thila
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 18m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentVery strong current
Where Is Kottefaru Thila?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Kottefaru Thila Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
8m - 30m
Depth Note
Top reef starts around 8-10 m and the slope continues to 30+ m.
Best Season
June to November for manta sightings.
Typical Conditions
Submerged reef with ledges, coral heads, and fish schools, with current expected due to the canal location.
Safety & Access At Kottefaru Thila
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Strong currentOverhead environment
Safety Notes
Keep the drift conservative and respect the overhangs; current is part of the dive here.
Access Restrictions
Current-diving experience is recommended, and the site is best handled as a guided drift.
Legal Notes
Follow local liveaboard and guide planning for the atoll channel conditions.
Local Intel For Kottefaru Thila
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Recommended for divers with experience in currents or as a guided current-focused dive.
Freediving
This is primarily a scuba current reef; freediving would only suit very experienced divers with local guidance.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel-first site; the current and deeper reef make it better for scuba.
Wildlife at Kottefaru Thila
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Kottefaru Thila
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Kottefaru Thila
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility18m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
