Kayali (Wreck)
Protected Area
Little Bay
Why dive here
With 288+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, eagle rays, humpback whales and nurse sharks - Kayali (Wreck) offers some of Sandy Island's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest August, September, October.
The Kayali wreck is one of our favourites in Anguilla, a real highlight out by Sandy Island. Dropping down to 28 metres, it’s a proper dive, ideal for those comfortable with a bit of depth. This old cargo ship, scuttled years ago, has settled perfectly upright on the sand, making for some great penetration if you’ve got the training. We particularly love exploring the engine room – it’s dark, moody, and full of that eerie silence only a wreck can provide. Outside, the ship’s structure is covered in sponges and soft corals, painting a pretty picture against the blue. You’ll often find schools of jacks circling the mast, and we’ve seen some hefty barracuda lurking in the shadows of the bow. Look closely and you’ll spot moray eels peering out from gaps in the hull. It’s a photographer's dream on a sunny day, with shafts of light piercing into the cargo holds. We’d suggest going in the morning before any potential boat traffic picks up, when the light is best and the currents tend to be gentler.
Typical Kayali (Wreck) Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 28m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to Kayali (Wreck)
Dive shops near Kayali (Wreck)
Ouanalao Dive
Friendly Island Divers
The Dive Shop
SXM Divers
The Scuba Shop
Bubble Shop
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Kayali (Wreck)
Kayali (Wreck) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Kayali (Wreck), sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (18.09, -63.01) (5km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 28.7–31.1°C
Air Temperature
28°C
83°F
Wind Speed
7.81 m/s
15.2 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1013.2 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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