Sunlight Thila is made up of two small reef structures separated by a roughly 60 m sandy stretch dotted with small coral formations and cleaner wrasses. The site is known for attracting giant oceanic manta rays seasonally, particularly from March through October. Around the coral blocks, divers can see schooling reef fish, turtles, triggerfish, and occasional macro life, with manta encounters being the main highlight.
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Best Season
March to October
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Coral
Two small reefs with coral blocks and small coral formations over a sandy bottom.
Aquatic Life
Seasonal giant manta rays, schooling reef fish, turtles, triggerfish, and cleaner wrasses; some macro life may be found.
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