Kontiki Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kontiki Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		9 15.21 S,78 50.13 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -9.253500
  • Longitude: -78.835500
Water Depth 90 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name KONTIKI
Type fishing vessel
Flag PE
Tonnage 178
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 26, 1992
Original Detection Year 1993
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH643/470/01 27.1.93 HH643/470/01 27.1.93 SANK 30 MILES S OF CHIMBOTE IN 091500S, 785000W, APPROX. (LL 4.1.93). INS AS NDWPA. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jan 27, 1993

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION WITH FV LUZ B.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 9 15.21 S,78 50.13 W
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FAQ

Where is the KONTIKI wreck located?

The KONTIKI wreck is located at coordinates 9 15.21 S,78 50.13 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KONTIKI?

The seabed around the KONTIKI lies at approximately 90 meters deep.

When did the KONTIKI sink?

The KONTIKI sank on Dec 26, 1992.

When was the wreck of the KONTIKI discovered?

The wreck of the KONTIKI was discovered in 1993.

What country did the KONTIKI belong to?

The KONTIKI belonged to PE.

What was the tonnage of the KONTIKI?

The KONTIKI had a tonnage of 178 tons.

What type of wreck is the KONTIKI?

The KONTIKI is classified as a fishing vessel.

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