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Dive Spot Guide•
Reef Explorer (wreck)
Reef Explorer (wreck): shallow wreck with garden eels and groupers.
Local operator required
Boat access and channel current make a local guide the practical default.
Boat-reached wreck off Rasdhoo with a sandy bottom, current awareness, and easy photo work around the metal structure.
About Reef Explorer (wreck)
Reef Explorer (wreck) is a fishing-boat wreck off Rasdhoo that now works as a compact artificial reef. The wreck lies on sandy bottom and is known for garden eels, shrimp, resident groupers, and occasional manta or turtle passes. It suits slow boat dives with careful buoyancy because the wreck structure and loose sand reward controlled finning.
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Research Estimate At Reef Explorer (wreck)
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessSimple entry
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentModerate current
Where Is Reef Explorer (wreck)?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Reef Explorer (wreck) Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
12m - 16m
Depth Note
The wreck is described at 12-16 m depth.
Best Season
Year-round, with November to April the best manta window.
Typical Conditions
Shallow wreck on sand with mild-to-strong current potential and a clean photo profile.
Safety & Access At Reef Explorer (wreck)
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficEntanglement riskStrong current
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy steady and avoid kicking up sediment or catching on the protruding metalwork.
Access Restrictions
Use a boat from Rasdhoo and a guide who can read the current.
Legal Notes
Follow local Rasdhoo dive-operator guidance and any channel rules in force.
Local Intel For Reef Explorer (wreck)
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Shallow wreck dive (12–16 m) described as suitable for beginners and night diving.
Freediving
Best as a scuba wreck; freediving only makes sense for very experienced divers on calm days.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel-first site; the wreck is best appreciated underwater.
Wildlife at Reef Explorer (wreck)
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Reef Explorer (wreck)
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Reef Explorer (wreck)
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
