Iru Thila

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Iru Thila

★★★★★ (1)

Iru Thila is a small free standing reef on the west side of North Male Atoll. Starting from the topreef at 7 meters it drops down to around 30 all around

Iru Thila is nicely located close to a channel which ensures a healthy exchange of nutritions throughout. The highlight of the place are it’s huge black coral trees!

Dive Activity

Dive Centers Catering This Dive Site

Sub Oceanic @ Hilton Maldives Amingiri

Sub Oceanic @ Hilton Maldives Amingiri

Hilton Maldives Amingiri Resort and Spa, 20188 North Male Atoll, Maldives

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