Sri Lanka's Uncovered Underwater Gems: 167 Wrecks to (maybe) Explore! 🚢⚓

Forget about 'beach hopping.' As Asia's next coolest underwater adventure destination, Sri Lanka is home to 167 wrecks lying around its considerable submerged territory, which leaves them with some very profitable diving opportunities full of treasure hunting excitement.

From Beaches to Deep Blue
While many people have been enjoying Sri Lanka's beaches and safari, there has already been a whole underwater world waiting to be discovered—now it is time to explore it! At a conference in Colombo, the newly formed Indian Ocean Divers Association (IODA) hinted that all probably belongs to them!. These wrecks have the potential to make Sri Lanka a diver's Paradise.

The Numbers Don't Lie
The best part? Sri Lanka's maritime territory is twice the size of its landmass! That's a massive playground for those who enjoy exploring the underwater world. Most of the wrecks were lost during the world wars, which means they have historical significance as well as serve as floating museums to explore.

The Action Plan
Tourism operators have some interesting ideas. One suggestion was to purposely sink decommissioned ships to create brand-new dive sites. It will be like an underwater theme park, but much better!

Best of all, these wrecks are not just for thrill seekers. They will also draw in historians, ocean enthusiasts, and anyone who wants something outside the ordinary way to experience a luxurious tropical holiday!

Sri Lanka's ocean tourism is still in its infancy, but it promises to be monumental! 🤿✨