Seafarer Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status lifted
Seafarer Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		18 6.832 S,178 23.368 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -18.113867
  • Longitude: 178.389467
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SEAFARER
Type yacht
Length 10 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1985
Last Detection Year 1992
Original Source survey vessel
Last Amended Date May 25, 1999

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the yacht SEAFARER was historically recorded at coordinates 18 6.832 S, 178 23.368 E near the coast of Fiji. Initially reported as a burnt-out sunken vessel approximately 10 meters in length with the bow visible above the water, the obstruction was subsequently cleared. Official maritime records confirm the wreck was removed and dumped in 200 meters of water, and the hazard was officially deleted from nautical charts per Notice to Mariners 1532/92.

Surveying Details

H2266/85 3.7.85 BURNT OUT SUNKEN YACHT, WITH BOW SHOWING ABOVE WATER, LOCATED ON 17.12.84 IN 180649.9S,1782321.5E. TRISPONDER RANGES - UDUYA 574MTRS, SLIP 1176MTRS. LOA APPROX 10MTRS. (HMFS RUVE, H525 3/85, HI 136) - BA 1660. HH586/580/01 12.5.92 WK REMOVED AND DUMPED IN 200MTRS OF WATER. (PORTS AUTH'Y OF FIJI,8.4.92) - AMENDED TO LIFT - DELETE - NM 1532/92.

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FAQ

Where is the SEAFARER wreck located?

The SEAFARER wreck is located at coordinates 18 6.832 S,178 23.368 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SEAFARER?

The seabed around the SEAFARER lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When was the wreck of the SEAFARER discovered?

The wreck of the SEAFARER was discovered in 1985.

What type of wreck is the SEAFARER?

The SEAFARER is classified as a yacht.

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