Maldives · North Ari Atoll
Hafusa Thila
Also known as: Hafza Thila
Best time to dive
December to May; May to November
What you might see
- Grey reef sharkPeak season
- Moray eelLikely
- Sea turtlePossible
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.
Snorkelling
Not a snorkel site
Safety notes
Strong currents that can override monsoon flow; advanced certification required; active shark cleaning station with significant predator presence
Permits & fees
Recognized ISRA (grey reef and whitetip reef shark site); no specific fee documented, standard no-touch/no-feed shark etiquette applies
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.