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Chief Dragon overview, offshore access, depth range, coral growth, and marine life summary.
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Car Wreck (Chief Dragon)
Large Colombo wreck with car chassis on deck
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Boat-only offshore wreck; access is typically arranged through Colombo dive operators.
Boat-only wreck off Colombo; plan for experienced divers, current-aware timing, and more than one dive to cover the site.
About Car Wreck (Chief Dragon)
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.
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Research Estimate At Car Wreck (Chief Dragon)
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessChallenging entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Car Wreck (Chief Dragon)?
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Car Wreck (Chief Dragon) Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
20m - 35m
Depth Note
Published references place the wreck around 20-35 m, with the main deck around 24 m and the main body in the low-30s.
Best Season
November to May, especially the calmer-season window around the dry months.
Typical Conditions
Boat-dived from Colombo with a deep wreck profile, good clear-water windows, and currents that can build around the structure.
Safety & Access At Car Wreck (Chief Dragon)
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
As a wreck dive reaching 35 m, plan gas, depth limits, and dive time conservatively and allow multiple dives for full exploration.
Local Intel For Car Wreck (Chief Dragon)
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.
Wildlife at Car Wreck (Chief Dragon)
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Car Wreck (Chief Dragon)
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Car Wreck (Chief Dragon)
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