This dive site features the RMS Atlantis, a 125-foot (38-meter) supply vessel that was intentionally deployed as an artificial reef on June 29, 2023. Originally built in 1979 and identified by her Royal Mail Service designation, this vessel served offshore oil fields likely for BP or a similar British company. The wreck currently rests upright on a sandy seabed at a depth of approximately 80 feet (24.5 meters). The top of the wheelhouse is situated around 52 feet (16 meters) below the surface, making it accessible to most recreational divers. It offers a unique dive experience with historical interest and a chance to explore a submerged vessel.
Rms Atlantis
Intact supply ship wreck, a new artificial reef.
Boat Access
20m Avg Depth
24.5m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
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Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Snapper
Bull Shark
Triggerfish
Ray
Honeycomb Grouper
Octopus
Nurse Shark
Dolphin
Red Sea Urchin
Eel
Barracuda
Sand Tiger Shark
French Angelfish
Common Lionfish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
intermediate
Depth to 24.5 meters (80 feet) requires experience beyond a new Open Water diver.
Hazards:
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Current Strength:
Moderate
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