Knife Rock

Shallow dive with diverse landscapes, reef life, and history.

Boat Access
9m Avg Depth
12m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, Knife Rock, is a popular location for divers near Pigeon Island Marine Park in Sri Lanka. It offers a diverse range of underwater experiences, characterized by contrasting environments on either side of the rock formation. To the south, you’ll find rocky coral formations and abundant reef fish. Be alert for octopus and pufferfish that occasionally inhabit this area. Swimming north reveals boulder formations and more coral, creating habitats for various moray eel species in a range of colors. Keep an eye out for small shrimp cleaning anemones – a sight that might warrant a second look! A unique aspect of Knife Rock is the presence of relics from past conflicts; undetonated mortar strikes dot the seabed. Visibility can vary depending on conditions. This location provides a captivating dive experience with a blend of marine life and historical intrigue.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Well Known

Plan Your Visit

coral reefturtlemacro photographybeginner friendlyboulder formationshistorical interest

Marine Life

AngelfishAnemone fishBannerfishBoxfishClown fishCuttlefishGrouperLionfishLobsterMantis shrimpMoray eelNudibranchOctopusParrotfishPipefishPufferfishScorpionfishSea turtleSnapperStarfishSweetlipsSurgeonfishTriggerfishTrumpetfishCleaning shrimp

Things to Note

Difficulty:

beginner

Shallow maximum depth of 12 meters with generally mild conditions, suitable for new divers.

Hazards:
Historical ordnanceMarine lifeBoat traffic
Current Strength:

Mild

Diving Conditions

Water Temperature Now: 28.9°C

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