Shipwreck - Medhufaru Shipwreck

The Medhufaru Shipwreck is one of Colombo’s most popular and visually stunning dive sites, located approximately 6.26 kilometers offshore and accessible by boat in around 15 minutes. Resting upright at a maximum depth of 28 meters, this wreck is ideal for Advanced Open Water Divers and is suitable for Nitrox (Nx 32). Known for its photogenic structure and rich marine life, it’s a favorite among underwater photographers and videographers. The site offers exciting opportunities for wreck exploration and penetration, with advanced divers able to navigate the staircase and wheelhouse areas. Originally known as the MV Medhufaru, the vessel sank in 2009 due to loss of structural integrity. Measuring 72 meters in length and 12 meters in width, the wreck sits upright on the seabed, with its intact wheelhouse and staircase inviting divers to explore. The site bursts with marine biodiversity — schools of fusiliers swirl around the bow, while moray eels, octopus, friendly batfish, triggerfish, stingrays, and occasional reef or whale sharks make this wreck a lively underwater ecosystem. Macro life is also abundant, adding to its photographic charm.