Maldives
Dhigu Thila
About this Dive Site
Description
Dhigu Thila, a long and narrow reef, is a haven for abundant marine life, with large schools of bannerfish, snappers, and sweetlips frequently observed. While manta rays and whale sharks are occasional visitors, the reef's vibrant soft corals, gorgonians, and sea fans provide a stunning underwater landscape.
Best Time to Dive
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| 29°C | 29°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 29°C | 29°C |
Peak Season
January, February, July, August, September, October, November, December
Jan
Good visibility, chance of manta rays
Feb
Clear waters, manta ray sightings
Mar
Manta ray feeding aggregations begin
Apr
Continued manta ray activity
More monthly highlights
May
Transition to southwest monsoon, plankton blooms start
Jun
Southwest monsoon, Hanifaru Bay starts to attract mantas and whale sharks
Jul
Peak manta ray and whale shark season in Hanifaru Bay
Aug
Continued peak manta ray and whale shark season in Hanifaru Bay
Sep
End of monsoon, visibility improving, still good chance of mantas
Oct
Excellent visibility, manta ray sightings
Nov
Good visibility, manta ray sightings
Dec
Clear waters, good chance of manta rays
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