This dive site features the S.S. STANFIELD /NITZA, an impressive merchant ship approximately 120 meters in length. It rests upright in a navigation position and is in an excellent state of conservation, offering a unique opportunity to explore an intact, deep-sea wreck. Divers can navigate the various decks and structures, imagining the ship's past life. While specific historical details aren't provided, its presence as a submerged monument makes it a captivating exploration.
This underwater oasis is celebrated for its great biodiversity. The wreck acts as an artificial reef, attracting a rich variety of marine life including colorful fairy basslets and damselfishes. Larger species such as forkbeard, conger eels, and morays can be found sheltering within its structure. Majestic gorgonians adorn the wreck, and pelagic life like ctenophores and moonfish are frequently observed in the surrounding blue.
The best time to visit this dive site for optimal conditions is typically during the warmer months from late spring to autumn, offering more comfortable water temperatures and calmer seas. This site is primarily suitable for advanced recreational divers and technical divers with specific equipment due to its depth and potential for complex navigation. It's a highlight for those seeking deep wreck exploration and rich marine encounters in the Mediterranean.
