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The Wiltshire wreck

Hauraki Gulf, New Zealand
Depth
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98ft
Visibility
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36ft - 108ft
Entry
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boat
Experience Level
Experienced

About The Wiltshire wreck

The Wiltshire was a 150 New Zealand registered steamship. She sank in 1922 after steering into surfacing rocks which ripped a hole in her hull, sending her to a sandy bottom at 30 meters deep. today, she is mostly broken up and has a large array of inhabiting marine life and enveloping corals. very scenic dive with much to see and explore. Sadly, due to medium currents, this site is recommended for intermediate to advanced level divers.

The Wiltshire wreck Dive Info: Key Characteristics and Details

Unit Settings

Terrain and Features: Reef, Wreck
Entry Type:Boat
Max Depth:30m
Visibility Range:11m - 33m
Experience Level:Experienced
Best Gas:21% - 35% O2

Marine Life

  • King Fish
  • Trevally
  • Groupers
  • Eels
  • Various
  • Lobsters
  • Flat Fish

Weather Conditions

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