Maaya Thila
Also known as: Maayafushi Thila
Best time to dive
January to December; December to April
What you might see
- BarracudaLikely
- FrogfishLikely
- Grey reef sharkLikely
- Moray eelLikely
- NudibranchLikely
- Sea turtleReliably seen
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 - Limited - possible at shallow reef top (6-10m) in calm conditions but not commonly marketed as a snorkel site
Safety notes
Variable/unpredictable currents requiring crew discretion; night-dive predator activity (generally safe with good buoyancy/light discipline); 24m swim-through requires depth awareness
Permits & fees
Described as government-protected marine reserve; no specific fee/permit document found
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Maayafushi
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.