Sunlight Thila Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

50 minAvg dive time

November to AprilBest months

27.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

25.0–28.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Sunlight Thila is a renowned dive site located in the North Male Atoll, known for its vibrant marine life and stunning coral formations. The site features a thila (underwater pinnacle) that attracts a variety of fish species, making it a popular spot for divers of all levels.

Diving at Sunlight Thila offers a chance to explore steep walls and overhangs adorned with colorful corals. Divers can expect to see schools of reef fish, potential encounters with larger pelagic species, and a rich diversity of marine life. The site is suitable for both drift diving and exploring the thila itself.

Conditions

Visibility: 15.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 27.0–30.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 25.0–28.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
coral sand rock Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Wide-angle for coral and schools of fish, macro for small critters.

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