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Zealandia Wreck

Zealandia Wreck

Northern Territory, Australia

Depth
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18m

Visibility
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13m - 38m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Beginner


About Zealandia Wreck

Also known as Zed. The Zealandia was a old Australian Hospital and excavation vessel, serving in WW11 and used by the Australian Navy. Later on she was also used as a Passenger Vessel. She sank in 1942 after recieving heavy air attacks from Japanese Fighters. She caught fire and eventually sank. A very interesting wreck dive, easily accesible by any level diver. Large amounts of coral decorates this wreck along with abundant marine life.

Zealandia Wreck Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Reef, Wreck

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

18m

Visibility Range

13m 38m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas

21% – 50%

O2
Marine Life

  • Various
  • Sweetlips
  • Clown Fish
  • Snappers
  • Groupers
  • Tropical Fish
  • Puffer Fish
  • Cods
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