TARA
Protected Area
Nayaru NR
Why dive here
With 254+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, sea turtles, sperm whales and spinner dolphins - TARA offers some of Trincomalee & East Coast's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest April, May, October.
The TARA wreck is a barge, scuttled in 1994, now sitting in a very shallow five metres of water. It’s a great spot if you’re looking for a quick, relaxed dive or even some extended snorkelling. The wreck itself isn't huge, but it's well-colonised with small reef fish, crabs, and nudibranchs. We’ve found moray eels tucked into crevices too. Visibility here can be excellent, making it ideal for underwater photography, especially for macro subjects. Given the depth, it’s a brilliant training site for open water students, or simply a fun, easy dive to finish off the day.
Typical TARA 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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for TARA
TARA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for TARA, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (8.53, 81.23) (31km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
85°F · Range: 27.5–30.3°C
Air Temperature
27°C
81°F
Wind Speed
4.73 m/s
9.2 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1009 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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