Loley Thila

Thila (pinnacle)

Loley Thila.

Photo: NOAA Fisheries/Dani Escontrela · Public domain

Type

Thila (pinnacle)

Depth

12–30 m

Skill level

advanced

Current

strong

Best season

Dec–Apr best viz

A pinnacle (thila) in the south of Shaviyani Atoll, typically reached by liveaboard. It is known for schooling grey reef sharks holding in the current, with red-toothed triggerfish, schooling reef fish, scorpionfish and macro life on the thila itself. Current can be strong, making it an intermediate to advanced dive.

Marine life you might see

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Depths, currents and sightings are typical — conditions vary with tide, season and operator briefing.