Thila (pinnacle)
Christmas Tree Rock.
Also: Vavathi Kurohli Thila
Type
Thila (pinnacle)
Depth
8–30 m
Skill level
intermediate
Current
moderate
Best season
Dec–Apr best viz
A pinnacle (thila) in the southwest of Noonu Atoll, known locally as Vavathi Kurohli Thila, named for its Christmas-tree profile of widening ledges and overhangs descending from roughly 12 m to about 30 m. The overhangs hold macro life (nudibranchs, shrimp, crabs, lobster) while jacks, sharks and turtles patrol the reef, which is draped in soft coral. Best December to May; June is often too rough.
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Depths, currents and sightings are typical — conditions vary with tide, season and operator briefing.