Dive Site · north ari atoll
Maalhos Thila Blue Caves
Also known as: Blue Caves
- Level
- Beginner–Intermediate
- Current
- Mild–Moderate
- Best Season
- Year‑round
- Features
- Cave
- Protection
- None noted
Feature Creatures
Blue‑hole/cave glassfish clouds Soldierfish & squirrelfish Soft corals & sponges Hawksbill turtles (resting) Nurse shark (occasional) Moray eels Lionfish & scorpionfish Shrimps & lobsters Sweetlips Nudibranchs
Site Description
This blue-hole cave site showcases glassfish clouds, soldierfish, soft corals, and sponges suitable for beginners to intermediate divers. Hawksbill turtles rest in the caves while occasional nurse sharks and moray eels hunt year-round.
Notes
Torch recommended; avoid silting ceilings. Coordinates approximate—anchored to nearest island/reef; verify locally.
