Tholhendhoo Reef
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About this Dive Site
Tholhendhoo Reef – Dive Site Overview
Location
Tholhendhoo Reef is a coral reef dive site located in Noonu Atoll, Maldives, extending from the uninhabited island of Tholhendhoo out toward the channel.
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Dive Site Type
Coral reef with overhangs, ledges, and sandy bottom areas
Offers plentiful reef features for marine life and exploration
Depth & Topography
Reef top: around 12 meters (similar to typical reef starts)
Deeper sections: extending to ~40 meters with overhangs and caverns
Includes coral blocks, ledges, and sandy channels that provide habitat for sharks and small critters
Diving Conditions
Currents can be moderate to strong, especially near channels and deeper sections (typical for Noonu Atoll reef dives)
Best to dive during the dry season (November–April) for calmer seas and good visibility
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Water temperatures usually 26–30°C (80–86°F)
Visibility is generally good to excellent depending on conditions and currents
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Marine Life
Sharks: Common grey reef sharks and nurse sharks often found near coral blocks
Pelagics & Larger Species: Tuna, jackfish, and potential silvertip shark sightings
Reef & Macro Life: Glassfish, scorpionfish, ribbon eels, nudibranchs, fusiliers, snappers
Other Encounters: Turtles and stingrays can also be part of the experience
Recommended Experience Level
Advanced divers due to deeper depths (down to ~40m) and currents
Highlights
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Dive Type: Coral reef with overhangs, ledges, and sandy channels
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Depth Range: ~12–40 meters
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Topography: Coral blocks, overhangs, caverns, sandy bottom areas
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Marine Life: Grey reef sharks, nurse sharks, tuna, jackfish, potential silvertip sharks, glassfish, scorpionfish, ribbon eels, nudibranchs, fusiliers, snappers, turtles, stingrays
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Currents: Moderate to strong — advanced experience recommended
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Experience Level: Advanced
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Best Season: Dry season (November–April) for calmer conditions and optimal visibility
Dive Site Information
- Reef Type
- Reef
- Experience
- Advanced
- Depth
- 12m - 40m
- Visibility
- 5
- Current
- Moderate
- Best Season
- November to April
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