EGAARA THILA

Easy coral reef dive with schooling snappers and vibrant reef fish.

Boat Access
10m Avg Depth
25m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, Egaara Thila, is an accessible and enjoyable dive location situated approximately 20 minutes northeast of Le Meridien Maldives. It is characterized by a prominent top reef that begins at around 5 meters, boasting extensive healthy hard coral gardens. A notable topographical feature is a large and very nice coral block found at approximately 20 meters depth in the northeast, serving as a captivating point of interest for exploration. Divers at Egaara Thila can anticipate encountering vibrant marine life, including impressive schooling blue line snappers, which are a highlight of the site. The lively coral formations are also home to a diverse array of colorful reef fish such as surgeonfish, angelfish, and numerous damsels, contributing to the site's rich biodiversity. The healthy hard corals themselves form a critical habitat and add significantly to the aesthetic appeal of the underwater landscape. Egaara Thila is suitable for diving throughout the year, benefiting from the generally excellent diving conditions found in the Maldives. Its shallow top reef makes it particularly attractive for snorkelers and freedivers, providing fantastic opportunities to observe marine life in clear, tranquil waters. For scuba divers, the site's ease and abundant marine ecosystem ensure a relaxing and rewarding experience, ideal for both photography and general reef observation.
Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Very Good
Water Visibility Excellent Viz

Plan Your Visit

coral reefbeginner friendlyreef fishwide angle

Marine Life

surgeon fishangel fishdamselsblue line snappershard coral

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner

Shallow depths, healthy corals, and abundant reef fish make it suitable for new divers to enjoy.

Current Strength:

Mild

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