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Lhohi Kandu Tila

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4.2 12 species 28 contributors

Lhohi Kandu Tila is a year-round Maldives dive site with 12 documented species and moderate coral health monitoring.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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Activity
dive
Best months
Year-round
Marine life
Hawksbill turtle

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
10.4 kn
Wave
0.64 m
Water
29.6°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WSW (51%)
Now: W (271°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.66m

Today: High 05:00 (+0.56m), Low 10:00 (+0.37m)

+0.8 m+0.1 m
▲ 05:00 · +0.56m ▼ 10:00 · +0.37m ▲ 15:00 · +0.49m ▼ 22:00 · +0.13m Now +0.5m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV9.25 · very high Air PM2.55 · good 05:56 18:03
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 11.9 0.72 9 0mm
09-20 14.5 0.84 9 7mm
09-21 14.2 0.88 9 5mm
09-22 14.7 0.84 9 4mm
09-23 13.6 0.86 9 2mm
09-24 17.3 1.06 8 12mm
09-25 15 1.02 9 11mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions
DHW: 1.9°C-weeks · NOAA Coral Reef Watch

About this spot

Lhohi Kandu Tila offers consistent diving conditions throughout the year in the Maldives. The site draws divers with reliable access and a mix of marine life typical of the archipelago's channel and reef environments. With 12 species observations on record, the site supports healthy fish populations and remains a working destination for local operators and visiting dive travelers. Coral health at Lhohi Kandu Tila is being actively monitored as part of regional bleaching watch protocols. This reflects the broader commitment to reef conservation in the Maldives. The site sits outside protected marine areas, meaning standard dive regulations apply without additional permit requirements. Visibility, depth, and water temperature data for this site are not extensively documented in public sources. Divers planning a visit should check with local operators for current conditions and seasonal variations. The site has community video documentation available, which provides insight into the dive profile and marine encounters you can expect.

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Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Marine life

Hawksbill turtle

Dive types

Reef

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type D/G/J/K/L · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 49%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 8556km · ~1968kg · €35

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 54/100
  • Visa: Visa on arrival · 30 days max
  • Flight: 11h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 10h east · 7 days recovery

FAQ

Is Lhohi Kandu Tila open year-round?

Yes, Lhohi Kandu Tila is diveable year-round in the Maldives. Confirm water conditions and weather windows with local operators before booking, as monsoon patterns can affect sea state.

What marine life will I see here?

Twelve species observations have been documented at this site. Fish assemblages typical of Maldives channels and reefs are present. Check community videos and operator briefings for specific sightings in your travel window.

Do I need a permit to dive Lhohi Kandu Tila?

No permit is required—the site is not located inside a marine protected area. Follow standard Maldives dive regulations and operator safety rules.

What are the depth and visibility conditions?

Specific depth and visibility averages are not documented for this site. Contact local dive operators for current conditions, recent dive logs, and recommendations on experience level before your trip.

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

Lhohi Kandu Tila

0 km
Dive centre

Lhohi Bodu Kandu

0.9 km
Dive centre

Lhohi Faru Tila

1.6 km
Dive centre

Fihalhohi Hausriff

2.3 km
Dive centre

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Verified marine species observations

42 records · 41 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Elysia mercieri

Gastropoda · Plakobranchidae
OBIS
Last seen:
22 Oct 2023
×1records
Depth:
6–23 m

Phyllidiella rosans

Gastropoda · Phyllidiidae
OBIS
Last seen:
12 Mar 2023
×1records
Depth:
12 m

Trapezia bidentata

Malacostraca · Trapeziidae
OBIS
Last seen:
4 Mar 2023
×1records
Depth:
21–24 m

Gastropoda

Gastropoda
OBIS
Last seen:
3 Mar 2023
×1records
Depth:
18–23 m

Colobometra perspinosa

Crinoidea · Colobometridae
OBIS
Last seen:
23 Sept 1997
×1records
Depth:
16 m

Hyrtios erectus

Demospongiae · Thorectidae
OBIS
Last seen:
20 Sept 1997
×1records
Depth:
15 m

Cystodytes violatinctus

Ascidiacea · Polycitoridae
OBIS
Last seen:
17 Sept 1997
×1records
Depth:
10 m

Pseudoliomera hellerii

Malacostraca · Xanthidae
OBIS
Last seen:
5 Dec 1984
×1records

Littoraria undulata

Gastropoda · Littorinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Dec 1984
×1records

Conidae

Gastropoda · Conidae
OBIS
Last seen:
5 Feb 1983
×1records
Depth:
5–25 m

Ecmanis ignea

Gastropoda · Pisaniidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Feb 1975
×1records

Conus parvatus

Gastropoda · Conidae
OBIS
Last seen:
2 Jul 1964
×1records

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

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wind peaks May-Oct-Aug, calmest Nov-Apr-Mar, dry Jan-Jun.

5-year monthly climate

60 samples
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Oct (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (92/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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