Nairobi Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Nairobi Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		3 12.85 S,40 8.072 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -3.214167
  • Longitude: 40.134533
Wreck Depth -2.1 m
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NAIROBI
Type trawler
Flag KE
Length 38.1 m
Width 7 m
Tonnage 290
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 1, 1923
Bottom Texture Coral
Original Detection Year 1924
Last Detection Year 2006
Original Source naval vessel
Last Amended Date Sep 2, 2003

Surveying Details

H2454/24 8.4.24 H2454/24 8.4.24 ST IN 031245S, 400804.3E, OR 113DEGS, 1M APPROX FROM FRONT LDG BN, MALINDI. (HMS COLOMBO) BR STD. H3800/25 9.6.25 H3800/25 9.6.25 POSN NOW 031240.5S, 400813E, OR 072DEGS, 6.4C FROM CUSTOM HOUSE FLAGSTAFF & 025DEGS FROM VASCO DE GAMA PILLAR. (HMS COLOMBO HN 2/25). - NM 960/25. H3800/25 24.3.60 H3800/25 24.3.60 WK NOT FOUND. (HMEAS BASSINGHAM HN 2/59) DELETE. - NM 252/60. H2997/64 23.11.64 H2997/64 23.11.64 BOILER & OTHER DEBRIS REMAINS DRIES 7FT IN 031240.5S, 400813E. USUALLY COVERED BY BREAKERS. (HMS OWEN, LTR DTD 11.10.63). NCA. H2996/64 18.10.65 H2996/64 & H3800/25 18.10.65 ST DRIES 2.1MTRS [7FT] SHOWN IN 031240.5S, 400800E [ARF] ON SURVEY [K4266-1]. NC 667. 21.11.91 21.11.91 WGD POSN: 031251S, 400804.3E. NC 238. 10.5.10 10.5.10 BOILER STILL VISIBLE ON THE REEF AT LOW TIDE. (SHIPWRECKS & SALVAGE ON THE E AFRICAN COAST, K PATIENCE, PUBLISHED 2006)

Circumstances of loss

12.6.03 VESSEL WAS A STEAM TRAWLER. (KEVIN PATIENCE VISIT TO UKHO, 12.6.03) CASTLE CLASS MINESWEEPING TRAWLER USED BY ADMIRALTY DURING WW1, EX- JOHN GAUNTLETT, BUILT BY COOK, WELTON & GEMMEL, BENERLEY IN 1918. SOLD TO A.M. JEVANJEE, BOMBAY, IN 1920 & RENAMED NAIROBI. RAN AGROUND ON PILLAR REEF, MALINDI. DECLARED A TOTAL LOSS. PHOTO OF VESSEL. (SHIPWRECKS & SALVAGE ON THE E AFRICAN COAST, K PATIENCE)

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FAQ

Where is the NAIROBI wreck located?

The NAIROBI wreck is located at coordinates 3 12.85 S,40 8.072 E.

How deep is the NAIROBI and where exactly is it located?

The NAIROBI lies at a depth of about -2.1 meters and is located at coordinates 3 12.85 S,40 8.072 E.

How deep is the seabed around the NAIROBI?

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

When did the NAIROBI sink?

The NAIROBI sank on Jan 1, 1923.

When was the wreck of the NAIROBI discovered?

The wreck of the NAIROBI was discovered in 1924.

What country did the NAIROBI belong to?

The NAIROBI belonged to KE.

What was the tonnage of the NAIROBI?

The NAIROBI had a tonnage of 290 tons.

What type of wreck is the NAIROBI?

The NAIROBI is classified as a trawler.

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