Shipwreck - Taprobane East Wreck

The Taprobane East Wreck is a breathtaking and mysterious dive site of unknown origin, located approximately 17 km off the coast of Colombo. Resting on a pristine white sandy seabed at a maximum depth of 31 meters, this 40-meter-long wreck is surrounded by crystal-clear blue waters, offering exceptional visibility and vibrant marine life. Crusted with colorful soft corals and teeming with schools of glassfish, the site is a visual delight for divers and underwater photographers alike. Suitable for Advanced Open Water divers and Nitrox (Nx32), the wreck allows limited penetration through its midsection cage and promises encounters with majestic stingrays and playful Napoleon wrasses. With an average boat travel time of 50 minutes , Taprobane East Wreck stands out as one of Colombo’s most scenic and rewarding deep dives — a must-see site for experienced divers seeking both adventure and beauty beneath the waves.