Chief Dragon overview, offshore access, depth range, coral growth, and marine life summary.
Sri Lanka · Colombo and Mount Lavinia
Large Colombo wreck with car chassis on deck
Large Colombo wreck with car chassis on deck
Boat-only offshore wreck; access is typically arranged through Colombo dive operators.
Chief Dragon is a large former car carrier wreck off Colombo with a mostly upright hull, broken upper sections, and car chassis still visible on the deck. The broad, debris-strewn structure and pockets of coral growth make it a wreck that rewards repeated dives.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
As a wreck dive reaching 35 m, plan gas, depth limits, and dive time conservatively and allow multiple dives for full exploration.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best for experienced wreck divers who are comfortable with deeper profiles, current-aware planning, and exploring a large site over more than one dive.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
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Chief Dragon overview, offshore access, depth range, coral growth, and marine life summary.
Site page with wreck dimensions, sinking history, and site layout details.
Gallery article describing Colombo wrecks, seasonal conditions, and the Chief Dragon layout.

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