Local dive center with guided Addu boat trips, trained instructors, and British Loyalty access.
Maldives · Addu Atoll (Seenu Atoll)
Advanced WWII wreck dive in Addu Atoll.
Advanced WWII wreck dive in Addu Atoll.
Wreck entry and any swim-throughs are best done with a trained local guide.
British Loyalty is a large WWII oil tanker wreck in Addu Atoll, now lying on its side between Maradhoo and Hithadhoo. The wreck is covered in coral, attracts schooling fish and larger pelagic visitors, and rewards advanced boat divers with swim-through holes, a huge steel profile, and enough structure to keep the dive interesting from the descent to the ascent.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Use proper wreck procedures, stay aware of overhead spaces, and follow guide instructions for any penetration.
Access Restrictions
Advanced wreck dive. Proper buoyancy and wreck experience are recommended for penetration.
Legal Notes
Do not touch or remove anything from the wreck. Follow local wreck etiquette and operator briefings.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best as an advanced scuba dive. The wreck sits deep enough that careful gas planning and buoyancy matter, and trained divers can explore swim-throughs and outer structure.
Freediving
Freediving is not a practical way to experience the wreck beyond a brief surface look.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is limited to surface viewing in very calm, clear conditions and is not the main way to see the wreck.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Local dive center with guided Addu boat trips, trained instructors, and British Loyalty access.
Official protected-area page with wreck position, coral growth, and marine-life notes.
Independent Addu guide with current, visibility, and year-round dive-condition notes.

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