This dive site features the impressive D9 dredge, a large piece of machinery scuttled in 1961. The wreck sits upright on the seabed and has become a thriving artificial reef. It attracts a high diversity of fish, crustaceans, and invertebrates, making it a popular local dive.
D9 Dredge
An impressive sunken dredge wreck, now a thriving artificial reef.
Boat Access
20m Avg Depth
24m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Plan Your Visit
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Things to Note
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Manageable depth but potential for poor visibility and wreck hazards.
Hazards:
entanglementdepthboat traffic
Current Strength:
Mild
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