Cargo Wreck
Protected Area
Muthurajawela
Why dive here
With 91+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue whales, giant moray eels, humpback whales, orcas and sea turtles - Cargo Wreck offers some of Hikkaduwa & South Coast's richest wreck diving. Water sits around 28°C.
The Cargo Wreck, or *Pecheur Breton* as she was originally known, is a substantial dive. This 90-meter cargo carrier sits upright, offering certified divers a deep dive into the hold and superstructure. We've often found schooling batfish hanging around the main deck, and look closely within the nooks and crannies for moray eels. It’s a rewarding dive for those who enjoy exploring the history and the marine life that now calls these sunken vessels home.
Typical Cargo 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 20m - 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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Cargo Wreck
Cargo Wreck Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Cargo Wreck, sourced from NOAA buoy data - nearest station: Open-Meteo grid (6.07, 80.15) (0km away)
August Averages
Sea Temperature
28.39°C
83°F
Air Temperature
26.8°C
80°F
Wind Speed
5.72 m/s
11.1 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1009.5 hPa
Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC
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