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Kuda Rah Thila
Protected pinnacle with schooling fish and shark traffic.
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3 dives by 1 diverScubaBoat EntryAdvanced
Pinnacle
Boat-only advanced dive usually planned around current, with a more sheltered side available when flow is up and nitrox often favored for extra bottom comfort.
About Kuda Rah Thila
Kuda Rah Thila is a protected pinnacle in South Ari Atoll, with a fish-packed crown, coral blocks across the plateau, and an exposed edge that can turn the dive into a controlled drift. The site is known for dense schooling life and regular predator traffic, with grey reef sharks, jacks, barracuda, tuna, and rays all part of its classic profile.
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Research + Early Community Signal At Kuda Rah Thila
Conservative research baseline blended with 3 logged dives by 1 diver.
VisibilityVisibility: 16.7m
AccessModerate entry effort
Coral HealthMixed health
Marine LifeExceptional variety
CrowdedVery quiet
Current StrengthModerate current
Surge StrengthLight surge
Where Is Kuda Rah Thila?
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Kuda Rah Thila Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 25m
Depth Note
Public dive guides commonly place the top around 5 m and the deeper edge around 25 m.
Typical Conditions
Protected marine-area pinnacle where current can range from manageable to drift-making, with average visibility often around 15-20 m and more shelter on the lee side.
Safety & Access At Kuda Rah Thila
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong current
Safety Notes
Recommended for advanced divers comfortable in current; nitrox is recommended.
Access Restrictions
Declared a protected marine area.
Legal Notes
Kuda Rah Thila is treated as a protected marine area, so follow local reserve rules and the operator briefing in force on the day.
Local Intel For Kuda Rah Thila
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
Advanced scuba dive with current management, schooling fish action, and nitrox commonly recommended for extra margin on the profile.
Kuda Rah Thila Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Kuda Rah Thila
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Wildlife at Kuda Rah Thila
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Kuda Rah Thila
3 community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
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12/25/2024 at 11:00 PM (Indian/Maldives)
Scuba Diving
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5/5 OverallMax Depth:25.5m
Bottom Time:40 min
Water Temp:29°C
Visibility:20m
Conditions
CurrentModerate current
SurgeLight surge
Detailed Ratings
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralMixed health
Marine LifeExceptional variety
CrowdedVery quiet
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12/12/2024 at 10:46 AM (Indian/Maldives)
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8/9/2024 at 10:00 PM (Indian/Maldives)
Scuba Diving
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5/5 OverallMax Depth:27.8m
Bottom Time:45 min
Water Temp:28°C
Visibility:15m
Conditions
CurrentModerate current
SurgeLight surge
Detailed Ratings
AccessChallenging entry effort
CoralMixed health
Marine LifeExceptional variety
CrowdedFew visitors
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Kuda Rah Thila
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility16.7m
Avg. Water Temp29°C
Avg. Max Depth26.7m
Activity
Avg. Bottom Time43 min
Total Logs3
Unique Divers1
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Kuda Rah Thila Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Kuda Rah Thila Guide - Sources and Updates
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