Beyru Thila

# Beyru Thila

Beyru Thila is a premier diving destination in Ari Atoll, Maldives, located in the Indian Ocean. This underwater thila (reef pinnacle) offers exceptional marine biodiversity and stunning coral formations suitable for intermediate to advanced divers.

The site features a shallow reef top beginning at approximately 5-12 meters, descending to depths of 25-40 meters. Divers encounter vibrant hard and soft coral gardens, colorful reef fish, and excellent opportunities to observe pelagic species. The thila is known for frequent sightings of reef sharks, including blacktip and whitetip reef sharks, along with trevally schools and barracuda.

The pinnacle’s healthy coral ecosystem supports abundant tropical fish life, including groupers, snappers, and fusiliers. Seasonal currents can create challenging conditions, making it ideal for experienced divers seeking dynamic drift dives.

Beyru Thila’s combination of pristine corals, abundant marine life, and varied topography makes it a must-visit location in Ari Atoll, offering unforgettable underwater experiences throughout the year.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Oriental Sweetlips Plectorhinchus vittatus euanthomas

Harlequin Cowrie Mauritia histrio tt2019

Desirable Flabellina Coryphellina exoptata desertpenguin

Lyretail Anthias Pseudanthias squamipinnis tt2019

Moorish Idol Zanclus cornutus pablotm

Hawksbill Sea Turtle Eretmochelys imbricata hb9shdham

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)