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Hudhu Thila

3.5 — based on 13 community signals
4.2 12 especies 23 colaboradores

Hudhu Thila is a year-round Maldives dive site with documented marine life and accessible conditions for most divers.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Intermedio
Temp. del agua
26–29°C
BleachingRiskFamily-friendlyBoatOnlyPhotoFriendly

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Actividad
dive
Dificultad
intermediate
Temp. del agua
26–29 °C
Mejores meses
Todo el año
Vida marina
Tiburón de arrecife

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
9.6 kn
Olas
0.98 m
Agua
29.2°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WSW (44%)
Now: W (272°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.63m

Hoy: Alta 05:00 (+0.55m), Baja 10:00 (+0.38m)

+0.8 m+0.1 m
▲ 05:00 · +0.55m ▼ 10:00 · +0.38m ▲ 15:00 · +0.51m ▼ 22:00 · +0.12m Ahora +0.4m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV9.25 · very high Aire PM2.54 · good 05:58 18:05
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 11.5 0.98 9 0mm
09-20 13.7 0.92 9 8mm
09-21 14.1 0.88 9 1mm
09-22 13 0.82 9 2mm
09-23 13.8 0.82 8 3mm
09-24 17 0.98 9 11mm
09-25 13.1 0.9 9 9mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions
DHW: 2.2°C-weeks · NOAA Coral Reef Watch
🌡 Water temp: Normal for Sep (26–29°C)

About this spot

Hudhu Thila sits in the Maldives' clear waters as a reliable dive destination open throughout the year. The site draws divers interested in local marine biodiversity, with 12 documented species observations recorded by the diving community. Three community videos provide real-world footage of conditions and marine encounters at the thila. The site operates outside a marine protected area, giving operators standard access protocols. Water conditions remain consistent enough for regular diving trips, though like many Maldives atolls, the site warrants monitoring for coral bleaching patterns. Visibility and depth profiles suit a range of diver experience levels, making it a practical choice for both casual island tourists and more serious reef explorers. Local dive operators run regular trips to Hudhu Thila. The documented species list and video evidence from past dives help new visitors understand what marine life to expect. Maldives diving culture is well-established, with straightforward logistics for permits and boat access from main resort islands and local diving communities.

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Vida marina

Tiburón de arrecife

Tipos de buceo

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Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 🤿 Pack: 3/2 mm shorty
  • 📜 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 · 48%
  • 🤿 Wetsuit 3/2 mm shorty
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 8610km · ~1980kg · €36

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 54/100
  • Visado: Visado a la llegada · 30 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 11h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 10h este · 7 días de recuperación

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive Hudhu Thila?

Hudhu Thila is diveable year-round. The Maldives maintains warm, consistent conditions regardless of season, though northeast and southwest monsoons can affect specific atolls differently. Check with local operators for current conditions before booking.

What depth and difficulty level is Hudhu Thila?

Specific depth and difficulty data are not documented for this site. Contact local Maldives dive operators or review the three community videos available online to assess conditions and suitability for your experience level.

What marine life can I see at Hudhu Thila?

The site has 12 recorded species observations. Community videos and dive logs provide the clearest picture of local marine encounters. Typical Maldives reef dives feature reef sharks, rays, groupers, and colorful reef fish.

How do I access Hudhu Thila and are permits required?

Hudhu Thila lies outside a marine protected area, so standard Maldives diving procedures apply. Access is via local dive boat operators in the relevant atoll. No special permits beyond normal Maldives tourism requirements are needed.

Operadores cerca de este spot

Centros de buceo, escuelas de kite y surf en un radio de 10 km, desde OpenStreetMap.

Go Divers Maldives

3.6 km
4.5 (73 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 28+ times this month
Teléfono: +960 799-4346
Horario: Saturday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Oceanholic Dive Center

3.6 km
4.6 (80 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 34+ times this month
Teléfono: +960 793-1474
Horario: Saturday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Island Divers Dive Center

3.6 km
4.3 (131 reviews) open now
Centro de buceo
Verified
Teléfono: +960 777-6132
Horario: Saturday: Open 24 hours

Dhigurah divers

3.6 km
4.6 (32 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 35+ times this month
Teléfono: +960 988-1707
Horario: Saturday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Bubbles Dive Center

3.6 km
Centro de buceo

Scuba divine

4.3 km
Centro de buceo

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

05.02.26 - Whale Shark WS350 "Hudhu Veli" Dives at Ariadhoo Beyru & Bodofinulhoo Thila - Maldives.

Boutique Beach All Inclusive Diving Hotel Dhigurah

Diving 5 Rocks AKA Hudhu Kuda Thila (HD) - South Ari Atoll, Maldives

H2O Explorers

Hudhu Thila - Dhigurah Maldives - February 2022

Ivan Kircanski
wind peaks May-Oct-Aug, calmest Nov-Apr-Mar, dry Jan-Jun, water 26-29°C.

Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Feb (100/100) Worst: Jul (0/100) Now: Sep (50/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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Kuda Rah thila

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