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Georges Wreck

New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea
Depth
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197ft
Visibility
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49ft - 148ft
Entry
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boat
Experience Level
Experienced

About Georges Wreck

A Japanese mine sweeper which was originally a cable laying vessel 70 metres long and 2000 tons heavy. Name unknown it is known as Georges wreck after George Tyers the guy who found it. It lies offshore at Nordup north of Korere Bay near vertical reef bow at 15 meters, stern at 60 metres upright and intact. Rumors trace to scuttling, bombing and torpedoing etc. Vis is great at 30 m swim along the reef, tons of fish - all small because they don't grow full-size in this area. The bridge can be entered at 35m, stern at 56m and plenty of colored coral can be seen all over.

Georges Wreck Dive Info: Key Characteristics and Details

Unit Settings

Terrain and Features: Wreck
Entry Type:Boat
Max Depth:60m
Visibility Range:15m - 45m
Experience Level:Experienced
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Marine Life

  • Pipefish
  • Yellow Boxfish
  • Damselfish
  • Small Crocodilefish
  • Nudibranchs

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