Two Caves (Wreck) is a hauntingly beautiful dive and snorkel site off Direction Island in the Cocos Keeling Islands. The site features a purposely sunk Sri Lankan refugee boat now resting on the sandy ocean floor between 14–25 m depth, with a large piece of hull still intact around the engines. Adjacent to the wreck are two small cave systems along the reef wall where sleeping white-tip reef sharks are often spotted. With crystal-clear visibility averaging 25–30 m, batfish, manta rays, turtles, and reef sharks patrol the area, making this a unique blend of historical shipwreck exploration and natural cave diving in one of Australia's most remote marine parks.
Two Caves (Wreck)
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Wave Height 0.6 mSwell Period 6.8 sWind Speed 9.8 knPrecipitation 6.5 mmTidal Phase ebb
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Moderate risk: Tidal current
Incoming tide creates upwelling and active food chains, which can produce moderate to strong currents along the reef wall and around the wreck.
Low risk: Depth (14–25 m)
The site sits at 14–25 m depth, which can be challenging for inexperienced snorkelers and requires good buoyancy control.
Low risk: Sharks in caves
White-tip reef sharks may be found sleeping inside the caves; unexpected encounters can startle swimmers.
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Two Caves (Wreck) is located off Direction Island in the Cocos Keeling Islands. Access is exclusively by boat with the sole local dive operator, Cocos Dive, which runs guided trips from West Island. The site is a short boat ride across the turquoise lagoon.
Parking & facilities
Parking is available at the Cocos Dive meeting point on West Island. No parking at the site itself — it is only accessible by boat.
Guided snorkel/dive tours must be booked in advance through Cocos Dive. Fees vary by trip type.
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