Rihiveli Wreck

# Rihiveli Wreck Dive Site

Explore the captivating Rihiveli Wreck in South Male Atoll, Kaafu, Maldives. This artificial reef offers an exciting wreck diving experience in the Indian Ocean, suitable for intermediate to advanced divers. Located in the Kaafu Atoll region, the site features a submerged vessel that has become an ideal habitat for diverse marine life.

Divers typically encounter vibrant coral growth covering the wreck’s structure, creating stunning photographic opportunities. The site attracts numerous reef fish species, including groupers, snappers, and batfish, while larger pelagics occasionally pass through the area. Schools of jacks and fusiliers are commonly observed navigating the wreck’s corridors and crevices.

Depths range from approximately 5 to 40 meters, allowing for varied exploration depending on diver certification levels. The wreck’s intact sections provide excellent opportunities for navigating through cabins and passageways, though proper training and experience are essential. Moderate to strong currents can occur, making this site best suited for experienced divers seeking an immersive underwater adventure in the Maldives’ premier diving destination.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Spotted Boxfish Ostracion meleagris lovelyclemmy

Blackspotted Puffer Arothron nigropunctatus lovelyclemmy

Fire Dartfish Nemateleotris magnifica lovelyclemmy

Ribbon Eel Rhinomuraena quaesita lovelyclemmy

Yellow and Whitestriped Pygmygoby Eviota mikiae lovelyclemmy

Canarytop Wrasse Halichoeres leucoxanthus lovelyclemmy

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)