Al Karim Wreck

# Al Karim Wreck Dive Site

Explore the Al Karim Wreck, a fascinating artificial reef located in Ari Atoll, Maldives. This 60-meter cargo vessel, deliberately sunk to create a diving destination, sits at depths between 5-40 meters, making it suitable for both intermediate and advanced divers. The wreck offers excellent structural exploration with intact sections including the bridge, cargo holds, and engine room.

Marine life thrives throughout the site, featuring large pelagic fish, reef sharks, groupers, snappers, and vibrant coral growth covering the vessel’s surfaces. Divers encounter schools of jacks, barracuda, and occasionally turtles navigating the wreck’s corridors. The biodiversity makes Al Karim a premier macro and wildlife photography destination.

The dive presents moderate difficulty due to potential currents and limited visibility during certain seasons. Divers should possess wreck navigation experience and be comfortable with depth. Visibility typically ranges from 10-25 meters. The site operates year-round, with optimal conditions during dry season months. Perfect for underwater adventurers seeking pristine Indian Ocean diving combined with wreck exploration in the stunning Ari Atoll.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Midnight Snapper Macolor macularis ingorogalla

Amblygobius semicinctus Amblygobius semicinctus vasilis_stergios

Humpnose Bigeye Bream Monotaxis grandoculis julienclaude2

Indian Garden Lizard Calotes versicolor arnovandervyver

Blue-spotted Cornetfish Fistularia commersonii ob1963

Swarthy Parrotfish Scarus niger martinholladay

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)