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Vandhoo Thila

Welcome to our dive site in the Maldives! Located in the channel between Kottefaru and Vandhoo, this dive site features an approximately 200m long thila on its north side. As you descend, you'll notice the gradual steps leading down to a depth of 45-50m. The overhangs adorned with beautiful soft corals create a stunning underwater scenery.

In the crystal-clear blue water, you'll witness the graceful movement of gray reef sharks, eagles, stingrays, large groupers, turtles, nurse sharks, scorpionfish, shrimp, and various types of moray eels. For beginners, we aim to find calm conditions, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience.

The visibility here is excellent, reaching up to 20m, allowing you to fully appreciate the marine life and breathtaking underwater landscapes. While the maximum depth is around 26m, this site caters to divers of all levels - from beginners to advanced and expert divers. Whether you're just starting your diving journey or seeking an exciting challenge, this dive site has something for everyone.

Located in Raa, Maldives, this dive site offers a unique and unforgettable experience. Immerse yourself in the wonders of the underwater world, surrounded by the stunning beauty of the Maldives. Don't miss the opportunity to explore this thila, which resembles a lunar landscape with scattered blocks, adding an extra layer of intrigue to your dive.

If you plan your visit between September and November, you may be rewarded with a rare sighting of manta rays near one of the eastern blocks or further south. These majestic creatures enhance the already abundant marine life in this area.

Experience the magic and adventure of diving in the Maldives. Book your dive at this exceptional site today and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Diving Conditions Score for Vandhoo Thila

8
Very Good

Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Vandhoo Thila

Depth

26m

Visibility

20m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Vandhoo Thila

Wave Height

0.66m

Wind Speed

10 m/s

Water Temp

29°C

Visibility

15km

Cloud Cover

57.5%

Wave Period

6.7s

Air Temperature

20°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Vandhoo Thila
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Dive Score Chart for Vandhoo Thila

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.496666666666666/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.66m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.996666666666667/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Vandhoo Thila: 06:00
Sunset at Vandhoo Thila: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Vandhoo Thila are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.

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Best Overall
6:00

Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.66m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.66m, Wind: 10 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Vandhoo Thila
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Vandhoo Thila

The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.

Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Seasonal DiveScore Chart

This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Best Season for Vandhoo Thila

Winter

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Vandhoo Thila

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Vandhoo Thila

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

20.6°C / 69.1°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Vandhoo Thila

Vandhoo Thila shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (20.6°C) and December the coldest (16.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 3 hr. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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