Asdhoo Wreck
Protected Area
K.Huraa Kan'doo Faa Sarahahdhu
Why dive here
With 95+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, sea turtles, spinner dolphins and whale sharks - Asdhoo Wreck offers some of North Malé Atoll's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 29-31°C, warmest April, May, July.
The Asdhoo Wreck sits upright on a sandy bottom, about 21 metres down, a relatively shallow dive making it perfect for newer divers looking for their first proper wreck experience. It’s an old fishing trawler, not huge, but big enough to feel like a real exploration. We love how light floods the bridge section; you can fin through easily and still see your buddy, even on a cloudy day. What makes it standout, for us, is the resident school of batfish. They’re nearly always there, circling the mast, sometimes so thick you have to gently nudge through them. Look closer at the hull and you’ll spot crocodilefish camouflaged against the rust, or a moray eel peeking from a porthole. Our favourite time to dive it is late morning, when the sun angles just right through the wheelhouse windows, creating these shimmering shafts of light. It’s a comfortable dive, rarely any strong current, which lets you really take your time poking around every crevice.
Typical Asdhoo 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 21m - 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.
Asdhoo Wreck Wreck History
Vessel Type
unknown
Cause
unknown
The true identity and story of the Asdhoo Wreck are lost to time, adding a layer of mystery to this popular dive site in the North Malé Atoll. Resting on a sandy bottom at 21 meters, just inside the Asdhoo Kandu channel, this small, heavily broken-up wreck is thought to have been a local supply vessel or dhoni that sank many years ago. Whatever its origins, it has since been fully reclaimed by the sea and transformed into a spectacular artificial reef, buzzing with life.
The dive is all about the vibrant marine ecosystem that has colonized the structure. The wreck's remaining sections provide shelter for countless creatures. Divers can expect to find large moray eels peering out from crevices, clouds of shimmering glassfish, and numerous species of angelfish and butterflyfish. The strong currents that sometimes sweep through the channel bring in nutrients, attracting schools of fusiliers and jacks. While the vessel's history remains an enigma, its new life as a marine oasis makes the Asdhoo Wreck a must-see for any diver exploring the Maldives.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Asdhoo Wreck
Asdhoo Wreck Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Asdhoo Wreck, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (4.43, 73.52) (4km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
29°C
85°F · Range: 27.9–31.2°C
Current Speed
9 cm/s
Direction: E (90°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.226 mg/m³
Clear water
Salinity
35.26 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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