This dive site, Muskuli Thila, is considered the pinnacle of thilas (underwater pinnacles) in the Maldives, renowned for its extreme currents and significant depth. It is explicitly reserved for expert divers due to these challenging conditions and requires specific operational conditions to be approached by dive boats. There is no known specific history or story behind the dive site, but its reputation stems from the exhilarating and demanding diving experience it offers.
Divers at Muskuli Thila can expect to encounter an impressive array of marine life. This includes rare Silvertip sharks, numerous Gray reef sharks, large schools of Barracudas and Tunas, Mackerels, and sizeable Napoleon wrasse. The site is also home to Giant lobsters, Longnose hawkfish, Stingrays, and majestic Eagle rays, alongside large schools of batfish or barracudas, creating a vibrant and action-packed underwater ecosystem.
The best time to visit Muskuli Thila is entirely dependent on the specific local conditions and when dive operators deem it safe and possible to approach. Due to its extreme nature, it is crucial for divers to be highly experienced, comfortable with strong currents, and ideally use Nitrox. This site is not suitable for freediving or snorkeling given its depth and intense currents, making it an exclusive experience for advanced scuba enthusiasts.
