Kuda Giri Wreck
Protected Area
K.Guraidhoo Kan'duolhi
Why dive here
With 100+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, sea turtles, spinner dolphins and whale sharks - Kuda Giri Wreck offers some of South Malé Atoll's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest April, May, July.
We love Kuda Giri for its sheer accessibility and the way it’s become such a part of the reef. This isn't some ancient wreck with a storied past; it’s a relatively small, modern cargo ship intentionally sunk in the 1980s. But don’t let that put you off. It's sitting upright on a sandy bottom, broken into two main sections that are perfect for exploring. The stern, with its propeller still intact, is deeper, while the bow rises to around 15 metres. We often find schooling glassfish packed so tightly inside the holds they seem to shimmer like liquid silver. Look closely amongst the coral growth on the deck and you’ll spot crocodile fish camouflaged against the sponges. Our favourite is slipping through the cargo holds, where the light filters in from above, creating an almost ethereal glow. It's a gentle dive, generally with mild currents, making it a comfortable experience for newly certified wreck divers or anyone looking for a relaxed afternoon cruise amongst the reef fish that have adopted it.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Kuda Giri Wreck
Kuda Giri Wreck Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Kuda Giri Wreck, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (3.81, 73.42) (0km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
29°C
85°F · Range: 28.5–30.4°C
Current Speed
15 cm/s
Direction: SE (143.1°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.266 mg/m³
Clear water
Salinity
35.25 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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