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Underwater view of Five Rocks dive site in South Ari Atoll, Maldives
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Year-roundSouth Ari Atoll

Five Rocks

About the dive

Fish life

Are you ready to explore a beautiful colorful dive sites in the Maldives? Five Rocks (also called Reethi Thila) is one of these places.

This underwater mountain (thila) gets its name from five large rock formations. Over many years, ocean currents have shaped these rocks, creating a magical landscape full of overhangs and fun swim-throughs.

Every corner of Five Rocks is full of life. You will swim past colorful walls of soft corals, giant sea fans, and schools of bright fish. Keep your eyes open for reef sharks, Napoleons and sea turtles passing by! Because of the strong currents, this site offers a thrilling drift dive.

Quick facts
Difficulty
Advanced
Depth on the 0 to 40 m scale
Depth range
14 to 30 m
Current
Variable
Visibility
5-15 meters
Best season
Year-round
Marine life you might see
Grey reef sharkNudibranch Schools of fishWhitetip reef sharkBarracuda
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