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Victory Wreck

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4.3 12 species 41 contributors

Victory Wreck is a wreck dive near Funadhoo in Kaafu Atoll, Maldives. Explore a historic shipwreck in warm, year-round diving conditions.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Intermediate
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At a glance

Activity
dive
Difficulty
intermediate
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
11.6 kn
Wave
0.72 m
Water
29.5°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WSW (60%)
Now: W (267°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.66m

Today: High 05:00 (+0.55m), Low 10:00 (+0.37m)

+0.8 m+0.1 m
▲ 05:00 · +0.55m ▼ 10:00 · +0.37m ▲ 15:00 · +0.5m ▼ 22:00 · +0.13m Now +0.5m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV9.2 · very high Air PM2.54 · good 05:55 18:03
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 12.5 0.78 9 0mm
09-20 15.3 0.92 9 9mm
09-21 14.4 0.9 9 5mm
09-22 15.7 0.92 9 5mm
09-23 14.8 0.9 9 1mm
09-24 18.4 1.16 7 10mm
09-25 16.4 1.12 9 10mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions
DHW: 2.0°C-weeks · NOAA Coral Reef Watch

About this spot

Victory Wreck sits near Funadhoo island in Kaafu Atoll, one of the Maldives' most accessible diving zones. The wreck itself offers a direct window into maritime history and the underwater habitat that forms around a sunken vessel. Divers commonly encounter reef fish, pelagics, and invertebrates that colonize the structure over time. The site draws interest from both wreck enthusiasts and those seeking macro and wide-angle subjects. The Maldives operates year-round, so Victory Wreck remains a viable option across all seasons. Water conditions and marine life activity shift with monsoons and currents, but the site sees consistent diver traffic. Visibility and depth parameters vary depending on exact location on the wreck and current conditions on the day of your visit. Coral bleaching remains a concern across the Maldives; check recent reports before booking. The wreck itself is unprotected (not within a Marine Protected Area), which means access is straightforward but local regulations and operator policies should always be confirmed. Community videos and species observations from other divers provide useful reference material for planning your dive profile.

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Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Dive types

WreckReefBoat

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type D/G/J/K/L · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 49%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 8539km · ~1964kg · €35

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 54/100
  • Visa: Visa on arrival · 30 days max
  • Flight: 11h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 10h east · 7 days recovery

FAQ

When is the best time to dive Victory Wreck?

The Maldives offers year-round diving. Victory Wreck is accessible every month, though conditions and marine activity vary seasonally with monsoons and currents. Check with local operators for current weather and water conditions before your trip.

What depth and difficulty should I expect?

Exact depth and difficulty ratings for Victory Wreck are not standardized in available data. Contact a local dive operator near Funadhoo or Kaafu Atoll to confirm current conditions, depth range, and any prerequisite training or experience required.

What marine life will I see?

Wrecks attract reef fish, pelagics, and invertebrates. Twelve species observations are documented from this site. Specific sightings depend on depth, current, and season. Review community videos and recent dive logs for recent wildlife activity.

Do I need permits or special access to dive Victory Wreck?

Victory Wreck is not within a Marine Protected Area, so standard Maldives diving regulations apply. Confirm requirements with your dive operator in advance. Check local rules and any operator-specific policies before booking.

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

MA Services

1.8 km
Dive centre

Ocean Junkies Dive centre

3.6 km
4.6 (99 reviews) closed
Dive centre
Verified Booked 40+ times this month
Hours: Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 6:00 PM

Dive Club Maldives

4.5 km
4.6 (89 reviews) closed
Dive centre
Booked 39+ times this month
Hours: Saturday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Dive Center

5 km
Dive centre

Vaadho Caves

9.6 km
Dive centre

Recently spotted by divers

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Victory Wreck by Extreme Maldives Dive

Extreme Maldives
💬 1 top comments
  • the music the divespot.. guy who made this video did a good job

    @alifaanication · 👍 0

Victory Shipwreck Diving

Dive Club Maldives

Maldives Victory Wreck Dive - Exploring a 40 Year Old Shipwreck | 4K

Neobe
💬 1 top comments
  • Souvenir d'autre fois

    @robertgrether7695 · 👍 1

Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "This roundabout should be updated when newer aerial imagery is available to trace it better."

    City2368 · 2026-03-06
  • "This roundabout should be updated either using updated aerial imagery where the roundabout is visible or using GPS traces. Currently it's just an estimated outline of the roundabout."

    City2368 · 2026-03-06
wind peaks May-Oct-Jun, calmest Nov-Apr-Mar, dry Feb-Jun.

5-year monthly climate

60 samples
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Mar (100/100) Worst: Jun (0/100) Now: Sep (50/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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