MEREDITH A WHITE

Protected Area

Cosmoledo and Astove Archipelago (Marine) Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Why dive here

With 488+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blacktip reef sharks, bull sharks, dugongs and eagle rays - MEREDITH A WHITE offers some of Aldabra & Outer Islands's richest wreck diving.

Marine lifeBarracuda, Blacktip Reef Sharks, Bull Sharks, Dugongs and Eagle Rays · 488+ species recorded

CharacterWreck dive · max 2m

StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

The Meredith A. White isn’t about depth, it’s about history. Sunk in 1924, this old sailing ship lies just below the surface, mostly broken up but still a fascinating piece of Aldabra’s past. We love how accessible it is, perfect for snorkelers or freedivers looking for something more engaging than just reef. What you find here are the timbers, scattered across the sandy bottom at a mere two metres. It’s not a grand wreck, more like an archaeological site, but the way light plays on the barnacle-encrusted wood is beautiful. Look closely, and you’ll spot juvenile reef fish darting between the ribs and plates, and often, small reef sharks cruise by, curious about the activity. It’s a gentle exploration, ideal for an hour or so, letting you imagine the ship in its sailing days before it met its end here. Our pick for a relaxed afternoon dip, especially when the sun is high and bright.