

Best for beginner divers, 4-10m, boat entry, mild current.
Boiler wreck Batticaloa is a shallow wreck and reef site located off the coast of Trincomalee. The site features a wreck structure resting at depths between 4 and 10 metres, with an average depth of 7 metres. Due to its shallow profile and mild currents, it is well-suited for beginner divers and open water training. Access to the site is by boat only, with typical dives lasting around 25 minutes. Divers should be aware of potential hazards, including entanglement risks from the wreck structure and sharp coral growth on the reef. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, ranging from 27 to 30 degrees Celsius.
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The site is best dived in the early hours of the day as afternoon surge activity can make returning to the boat challenging.
Accessible by boat from Batticaloa.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
4-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
25 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is well-suited for beginners and open water training due to its shallow depth range of 4 to 10 metres and mild currents.
The site ranges from 4 to 10 metres in depth, with an average depth of 7 metres.
Boiler wreck Batticaloa is a boat-only dive site.
Divers should exercise caution regarding entanglement risks associated with the wreck structure and sharp coral present on the reef.
Diving at Boiler wreck Batticaloa in Batticaloa requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Boiler wreck Batticaloa in Batticaloa. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Boiler wreck Batticaloa in Batticaloa are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Boiler wreck Batticaloa in Batticaloa typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.