Dive-site story
Resting on a sandy seabed off the coast of Batticaloa, this historic steamship wreck is characterized by its prominent marine boilers and collapsed iron hull framing. The scattered metal structure functions as an artificial reef in shallow water, attracting schools of juvenile reef fish and benthic dwellers. Because the site sits close to shore, it offers a relaxed dive suited for exploring oxidized machinery and searching crevices for macro critters.
Well-preserved cylindrical steam boilers encrusted with hard corals and sponges
Shallow profile allowing extended bottom time to inspect scattered iron plates and gears
Shelter for moray eels, stingrays resting in the sand, and swirling schools of baitfish
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
The northeast monsoon brings heavy seas and reduced clarity during the winter months, making the summer and early autumn window the primary operating period.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honeycomb morayGymnothorax favagineus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Blue-spotted stingrayNeotrygon kuhlii | Common | ||||||||||||
| Harlequin sweetlipsPlectorhinchus chaetodonoides | Common | ||||||||||||
| Emperor angelfishPomacanthus imperator | Common | ||||||||||||
| ScorpionfishScorpaenidae | Common |
Marine forecast
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