Official North Malé Atoll context for year-round diving conditions.
Sheltered wreck dive in North Malé Atoll with strong night-dive appeal.
Sheltered wreck dive in North Malé Atoll with strong night-dive appeal.
West Rock is an upright wreck in a sheltered bay off North Malé Atoll. It is a short boat ride from nearby resort dive centers and works well as an easy wreck dive, especially after dark. The wreck's open sections, hull, and superstructure create a compact route that rewards careful buoyancy, a relaxed pace, and attention to the fish life gathering around the structure.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 26m
Depth Note
Reported around 20-26m depending on source; the superstructure and mast rise to around 10m.
Best Season
Year-round
Typical Conditions
Calm bay conditions, short boat access, and an easy wreck profile. Night dives are common.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Parts of the hold can be explored; use appropriate wreck-penetration precautions. Current can influence where fish gather around the wreck.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; keep to the briefing for any hold entry and treat overhead spaces as optional.
Legal Notes
Follow local operator guidance and wreck-penetration limits; night diving should only be done with proper lighting and a trained guide.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
An easy wreck dive with an upright wreck in a bay and limited hold exploration possible, ranging roughly from 10–26 m.
Freediving
Not a casual freedive site; the wreck and overhead sections make it a scuba-first dive.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is limited to surface views and is not the main attraction; this is primarily a scuba wreck.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Official North Malé Atoll context for year-round diving conditions.
Operator night-dive article with boat access, wreck age, and marine-life detail.
Community entry describing the wreck as upright in a small bay.
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