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Dive Spot Guide•
Rihiveli Wreck
South Male wreck dive with mild current and manta chances.
Boat entry, mild current, and limited visibility make this a guided wreck dive rather than a wide-open reef session.
About Rihiveli Wreck
Rihiveli Wreck is a South Malé Atoll wreck dive built around a long steel freighter that holds fish life and occasional manta chances. It is a boat-access profile with mild current, limited visibility, and a compact wreck layout that rewards close-range navigation, a calm disciplined group, and a steady wreck-first plan.
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Research Estimate At Rihiveli Wreck
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralSome damage
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentLight current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Rihiveli Wreck?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Rihiveli Wreck Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
12m - 30m
Depth Note
Footage and site listings place the wreck around 12-22 m, with a 30 m site max profile.
Best Season
November to April
Typical Conditions
Boat-access wreck dive with mild current, 15-30 m visibility, and warm water; the wreck is best when the group stays close and the line of sight is tight.
Safety & Access At Rihiveli Wreck
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Low visibilityOverhead environment
Safety Notes
Use solid navigation and buoyancy around the wreck because visibility can be limited and the structure can be disorienting. Stay close to the guide and keep any penetration conservative.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; no permits required.
Legal Notes
No special permit is noted; follow local operator procedures and wreck protocols.
Local Intel For Rihiveli Wreck
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Guided wreck dive for intermediate divers. Expect mild current, limited visibility, and a 30 m max profile around an artificial-reef wreck.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive target; the wreck is better suited to scuba profiles and close-quarters navigation.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel-first site; the useful part of the dive is around the wreck structure below typical snorkel depth.
Wildlife at Rihiveli Wreck
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Rihiveli Wreck
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Rihiveli Wreck
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
