Reef Explorer (wreck)
Protected Area
Rasdhoo-Madivaru Sarahahdhu
Why dive here
With 133+ marine species recorded in the area - including blacktip reef sharks, sea turtles, spinner dolphins and whale sharks - Reef Explorer (wreck) offers some of North Ari Atoll's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 29-31°C, warmest April, May, July.
The Reef Explorer wreck in North Ari Atoll is a relaxed dive, a small, intact vessel sitting upright on the sandy bottom at 17 metres. We’ve found it’s a good spot for a second dive of the day, or for newer divers looking to get comfortable with wrecks. You can swim through the holds and the bridge easily enough, keeping an eye out for resident batfish and the occasional lionfish tucked into a shadowy corner. There’s usually a decent number of glassfish swirling around the superstructure, making for some nice photos without needing to fight any current. It’s not a dramatic wreck, but it's a pleasant one.
Typical Reef Explorer (wreck) Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
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 Reef Explorer (wreck)
Dive shops near Reef Explorer (wreck)
Kuramathi Dive Club
Drop Dive Maldives
Murakabay Maldives
Azure Dive and Water Sports Centre
Maldivica Divers Thoddoo
PDH Maldives Prv Ltd
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Reef Explorer (wreck)
Reef Explorer (wreck) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Reef Explorer (wreck), sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (4.26, 72.96) (1km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
29°C
85°F · Range: 28.2–30.6°C
Air Temperature
28°C
82°F
Wind Speed
7.46 m/s
14.5 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1010.6 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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