Dive-site story
Boduhithi Thila is a submerged reef pinnacle in the western section of North Malé Atoll. Widely recognized as one of the classic manta ray aggregation sites in the region, the reef features several coral bommies that serve as active cleaning stations. Divers drift or hold position around the sandy plateaus and coral outcrops to observe pelagics interacting with cleaner wrasses.
Reliable cleaning stations frequented by reef manta rays during the northeast monsoon
Sheltered coral heads hosting moray eels, octopus, and schooling bannerfish
Resting whitetip reef sharks along the sandy slopes and base of the pinnacle
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
The northeast monsoon generates optimal plankton currents on this side of the atoll, drawing manta rays consistently to the cleaning stations.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reef Manta RayMobula alfredi | Common | ||||||||||||
| Whitetip Reef SharkTriaenodon obesus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Hawksbill Sea TurtleEretmochelys imbricata | Common | ||||||||||||
| Bluestripe SnapperLutjanus kasmira | Common | ||||||||||||
| Giant TrevallyCaranx ignobilis | Seasonal |
Marine forecast
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