INCHKEITH - Andaman Islands

Inchkeith is one of those Andaman wrecks that truly tells a story, even if it’s a sombre one. We love how the hull is pretty much intact, resting upright at 20 metres, making it an ideal wreck dive for most recreational divers. Descending onto it, you can still make out the superstructure, the railings, and even some of the holds where cargo would have sat. The sheer scale of the 111-metre steamship is what really gets you; it’s a proper leviathan on the seabed. The wreck went down in 1955 after running aground, and while it’s classified as dangerous, much of that danger comes from its size and potential for entanglement, not necessarily from unstable parts for a careful diver. We'd suggest focusing on the bow and stern sections; they’re often buzzing with fusiliers and snapper, darting through the rusted metalwork. Look closely and you’ll spot scorpionfish camouflaged against the plating, and often we’ve seen barracuda circling the mast. It’s a fantastic example of how quickly the ocean reclaims human structures, turning them into thriving artificial reefs. Our favourite part has to be swimming along the main deck, imagining the ship in its prime, now a canvas for soft corals and sponges. Visibility here can vary, but on a good day, the light penetration into the holds is quite atmospheric.

Location

Andaman Islands, India, Indian Ocean & East Africa

Coordinates

12.006667, 92.781670

Type

wreck

Maximum Depth

20m