

Best for beginner divers, 10m, boat entry, moderate current.
Conch Wreck is a marine dive site located 1000 metres offshore from Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka. This wreck site sits at a consistent depth of 10 metres and is accessible only by boat. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents and variable visibility ranging from 5 to 30 metres. The water temperature remains warm throughout the year, typically between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius. Due to the nature of the site, divers must be aware of potential hazards including entanglement, surge, and the overhead environment of the wreck structure. This site is suitable for beginner divers, with typical dives lasting approximately 50 minutes.
6.13170, 80.09630
The wreck is an oil tanker built in 1892 that sank on 2 June 1903 while travelling from Novorossisk to Madras.
Travelling time to the site by boat is 20 minutes.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10m
Visibility
5-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is classified as suitable for beginner divers.
The site has a consistent depth of 10 metres.
Conch Wreck is located 1000 metres from the shore and requires a boat for access.
Divers should be aware of moderate currents, surge, entanglement risks, and the overhead environment presented by the wreck.
Diving at Conch Wreck in Hikkaduwa requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Conch Wreck in Hikkaduwa. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Conch Wreck in Hikkaduwa are January, February, March, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Conch Wreck in Hikkaduwa. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Conch Wreck in Hikkaduwa typically ranges from 5 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.