Baros Thila
Vibrant Maldivian thila with anemones and playful unicorn fish.
Boat Access
10m Avg Depth
20m Max Depth
About this dive site
This dive site, Baros Thila, is an vibrant underwater pinnacle situated just south of the picturesque resort island of Baros in the Maldives. The dive begins on a reef top at approximately 8 meters, characterized by fascinating rock formations. From this plateau, the reef gently slopes down to depths of 25 to 28 meters, offering an easy navigation for divers. There is no specific history or story provided for this natural formation.
Divers can anticipate encountering numerous magnificent sea anemones, which often host various clownfish and other symbiotic marine life. The site is particularly known for its big-nosed unicorn fish, which are described as playful and engaging with divers. In addition, expect to see a wide array of colorful reef fish typical of the Maldivian ecosystem, along with diverse hard and soft corals adorning the reef structure.
The best time to visit Baros Thila is generally throughout the year, as the Maldives offers consistent warm water and good visibility. Divers should be prepared for potential moderate currents, which are common in thilas and contribute to the rich marine biodiversity. This site is suitable for freedivers due to its accessible depths and vibrant marine life, offering a chance for memorable interactions and beautiful underwater scenery.
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Plan Your Visit
coral reefbeginner friendlyfish interactionwide anglereef dive
Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
Shallow top reef (8m) and moderate maximum depth (20m) suitable for divers of all experience levels.
Current Strength:
Moderate
This dive site information and pictures are sponsored by Sub Oceanic at Hilton Maldives Amingiri
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