Galle Ship Wreck
Protected Area
Rumassala SAN
Why dive here
With 91+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue whales, giant moray eels, humpback whales, orcas and sea turtles - Galle Ship Wreck offers some of Hikkaduwa & South Coast's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest March, April, May.
The Galle Ship Wreck in Hikkaduwa is a decent little dive, sitting upright at 16 metres. It’s an older wreck, a cargo vessel we think, and the years underwater have given it plenty of character. You can poke around the superstructure, finding cabins that are now home to batfish and sweetlips, and the deck often has moray eels peeking out from under plating. It’s a good choice for newer wreck divers or anyone looking for a relaxed afternoon dive, easily accessible from shore. Visibility can vary, especially after heavy rains, but on a good day, it’s a pleasant explore.
Typical Galle Ship 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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Galle Ship Wreck
Galle Ship Wreck Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Galle Ship Wreck, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (6.45, 79.98) (12km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
29°C
84°F · Range: 27.7–30°C
Air Temperature
26°C
79°F
Wind Speed
5.07 m/s
9.9 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1010.1 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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