

Best for intermediate divers, 20-21m, boat entry, mild current.
The Conch is a wreck dive located 3000 metres off the coast of Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka. Resting at depths of 20 to 21 metres, this site requires boat access. Divers experience mild currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 10 metres. The wreck presents an overhead environment with potential entanglement risks, making it suitable for intermediate divers with strong buoyancy control. A torch is recommended for navigating the structure. Water temperatures remain stable between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius. Species recorded around this area include Green Sea Turtles, various moray eels, Indian Lionfish, and several species of triggerfish, surgeonfish, and wrasses.
6.16603, 80.08080
Bring a torch even if you're not planning full penetration, as the lower light inside the wreck makes navigating safely around the structure much easier. Confirm boat and equipment hire locally before your trip, as facilities are not fixed at this site.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
20-21m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Species recorded around this area include Green Sea Turtles, Giant, Painted, Snowflake, and Yellow-edged Moray eels, Indian Lionfish, Striped Surgeonfish, wrasses, Vagabond Butterflyfish, Lagoon and Orangestripe Triggerfish, Bluespine Unicornfish, and Bluefin Trevally.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the overhead environment, entanglement risks, and depth.
The wreck sits at a depth of 20 to 21 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
The Conch is a boat dive located 3000 metres from the shore.
No, this is a wreck dive at depths of 20 to 21 metres, which is not suitable for snorkelling.
Diving at The Conch in The Conch requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at The Conch in The Conch. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The Conch in The Conch typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at The Conch in The Conch typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.