HMS Perseus

Lonian Islands, Greece

Depth

50m

Visibility

14m - 42m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Advanced

About HMS Perseus

The HMS Perseus was a heavy British Partheon Class Submarine. The Perseus sank in 1941 when striking a underwater mine while patrolling in enemy waters. Only one of the crew members escaped this fate and the rest all went down with the submarine. There bodies are still inside the wreck and no penetration is allowed. This area is known to be a war grave.

HMS Perseus Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Reef, Deep, Other, Wreck

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

50m

Visibility Range

14m – 42m

Experience Level

Advanced

Best Gas

21% – 23%

O₂

Marine Life

Grouper
Snapper
Chromis
Barracuda

Weather Conditions

Water Temperature ℃

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