Fan Wall - Cocos (Keeling) Islands

The KeiSei 113, a fishing boat sunk deliberately back in the 80s, offers a proper, classic wreck dive without the need for technical skills. We think its depth, bottoming out at 36m, hits a sweet spot, making it accessible to most advanced open water divers who manage their air well. You’ll drop down onto the wheelhouse first, usually, and from there, it’s a slow exploration around the main deck, the hull, and down into the holds. The original intent was to create an artificial reef, and it has absolutely delivered. We’ve seen the resident Javanese morays poke their heads from every nook, sometimes two from the same crevice. Look closely, and you'll spot the tiny Dwarf Atomgoby flitting near the coral growth, contrasting with the larger Black-barred Surgeonfish that cruise by in loose groups. Visibility here can often push past 20m, especially in the mornings before the wind picks up, giving you a clear view of the wreck’s entire profile. It feels substantial down there, a proper structure to navigate. Our favourite part is lingering over the stern, where the prop is still visible, encrusted with soft corals, a genuine sense of history underwater.

Location

Cocos (Keeling) Islands, Australia, Australasia

Coordinates

-12.086800, 96.873800

Type

wreck