Maldives · North Ari Atoll
Fish Head
Also known as: Mushimasmingili Thila, Shark Point
Best time to dive
December to April; May to November
What you might see
- BarracudaLikely
- Eagle rayPossible
- Grey reef sharkReliably seen
- Manta rayLikely
- Napoleon wrassePeak season
- Whale sharkLikely
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 - No - depth/current profile is scuba-only
Safety notes
Strong currents and downcurrents, depth, demanding buoyancy/navigation around overhangs
Permits & fees
MPA-designated (marine protected area) per multiple dive-guide sources; no verified fee amount found
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Mushimasmingali
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.