NEMO THILA

This dive site, Nemo Thila, is an exceptional underwater pinnacle located within a national park in the Maldives, approximately 60 minutes north of Le Meridien (Lhaviyani Atoll). Renowned for its breathtaking beauty and vibrant ecosystem, it promises an unforgettable experience that will 'blow your mind'. While specific history isn't provided, its status within a national park highlights its pristine and protected nature, ensuring a rich and healthy reef system for exploration. Divers at Nemo Thila can expect an astounding diversity of marine life. The site teems with juvenile fish and vast schools of small sardines, creating dynamic bait ball opportunities. Larger pelagic encounters include leopard sharks and grey reef sharks. The reef is also home to an abundance of fascinating smaller creatures such as lionfish, lobsters, mantis shrimp, moray eels, and octopuses. Vibrant blue line snappers are commonly seen, alongside numerous colourful anemones providing habitat for various clownfish and other small invertebrates. Nemo Thila offers stunning colors and incredible marine density, making it a highlight for any dive trip to the Maldives. While specific seasonal highlights are not mentioned, the Maldives generally provides excellent diving conditions year-round. Both freedivers and snorkelers will find this site suitable due to its accessible average depth and rich shallower reef sections, allowing for observation of the abundant small fish and anemones from the surface or on breath-hold dives.