Kuda Hafza Thila

# Kuda Hafza Thila

Discover Kuda Hafza Thila, a premier diving destination in Gaafu Alif Atoll, Maldives. This Indian Ocean thila offers intermediate to advanced divers an exciting underwater experience with excellent visibility and diverse marine biodiversity.

The site features a submerged reef structure rising from deeper waters, with depths ranging from 15 to 40 meters, making it suitable for experienced recreational divers. The thila’s walls are adorned with vibrant hard and soft corals, creating a stunning backdrop for underwater exploration.

Divers encounter abundant pelagic species including reef sharks, tuna, and barracuda patrolling the deeper sections. The reef’s crevices and overhangs harbor groupers, snappers, and smaller reef fish. Macro enthusiasts will appreciate colorful nudibranchs, crustaceans, and intricate coral polyps.

Strong currents are common at Kuda Hafza Thila, particularly around the thila’s peaks, adding an element of challenge and attracting larger marine life. The site is best suited for divers with solid buoyancy control and experience with drift diving techniques.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Yellowback Fusilier Caesio xanthonota rijans

Great Barracuda Sphyraena barracuda rijans

Napoleon Wrasse Cheilinus undulatus rijans

Hawksbill Sea Turtle Eretmochelys imbricata igorderevskov

Arc-eye Hawkfish Paracirrhites arcatus rijans

Foursaddle Grouper Epinephelus spilotoceps rijans

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)