Diving in the North Ari Atoll

The Ari Atoll is considered the number one scuba spot in the Maldives. The northern section offers two very notable diving regions. Maaya Thila is a spectacular and awe-inspiring location with a large cave to explore on the north side with a wide variety of sea creatures. You can find anything you are looking for here though with drop-offs, coral outcrops, and swim-throughs. Also part of the North Ari Atoll is Fish Head, aka, Shark Thilla. It has protected status and is the top place to see sharks in the entire Maldives.

Dive Sites in North Ari Atoll

The descriptions provided here are intended as general information and personal experiences related to specific dive sites and locations and should not be construed as definitive advice or recommendations. Before diving, please confirm that diving is permitted at your chosen location, and comply with all relevant local laws, regulations, and posted signage. The responsibility for verifying the legality of the dive and assessing any associated risks rests entirely with you.