Kon-Ti-Ki Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Kon-ti-ki Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
38 46.95 S,62 18.117 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -38.782500
  • Longitude: -62.301950
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KON-TI-KI
Type launch
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1973
Last Detection Year 1990
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H4837/71 30.10.73 ST LIES 338DEGS, 1100MTRS FROM NO.4 BN. (BUENOS AIRES NM 148/73). NCA. POSN 384657S, 621807W FOR FILING ONLY. 7.6.76 WRECK OF THE MOTOR LAUNCH 'KON-TI-KI' LIES 338DEGS, 1100MTRS FROM BN NO.4 AT BERTH NO.1, PUERTO GALVAN. (ARGENTINE PILOT VOL II). NCA. 4.3.80 ST SHOWN IN 384657S, 621807W. NC 3755. HH650/350/01 19.6.90 TO BE EXPUNGED. (ARGENTINE NM 51/90). AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. - NM 1938/90.
Last Amended Date Jul 21, 2010
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 38 46.95 S,62 18.117 W
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FAQ

Where is the KON-TI-KI wreck located?

The KON-TI-KI wreck is located at coordinates 38 46.95 S,62 18.117 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KON-TI-KI?

The seabed around the KON-TI-KI lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the KON-TI-KI discovered?

The wreck of the KON-TI-KI was discovered in 1973.

What type of wreck is the KON-TI-KI?

The KON-TI-KI is classified as a launch.