Dive Site · baa atoll
Dhonfanu Thila
- Level
- Intermediate
- Current
- Moderate–Strong
- Best Season
- May–Nov (manta)
- Features
- Cave
- Protection
- UNESCO Biosphere Reserve area.
Feature Creatures
Soft corals & anthias Grey reef sharks (current side) Napoleon wrasse Hawksbill turtles Schooling jacks/trevally Barracuda Batfish Moray eels Leaf scorpionfish Nudibranchs
Site Description
An intermediate thila with caves in Baa Atoll optimal for diving May through November during manta season, with moderate-to-strong currents. Soft corals, anthias clouds, grey reef sharks, Napoleon wrasse, hawksbill turtles, and scorpionfish populate the site.
Notes
Watch for downcurrents on corners.
