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Het Huis Te Kraaienstein Wreck

Het Huis Te Kraaienstein Wreck

Western Province, South Africa

Depth
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12m

Visibility
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10m - 30m

Entry
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Shore

Experience Level

Beginner


About Het Huis Te Kraaienstein Wreck

The Het Huis Te Kraaienstein is known as South Africa's oldest wreck. This old wooden hullen ship sank in 1670 after running aground in Oudekraal. Today she is broken up and her remains scattered over a wide area on the sandy seabed. Beautiful corals and spectacular display of marine life is what now envelopes her. Excellent bottom topography and great site for photography.

Het Huis Te Kraaienstein Wreck Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Reef, Rock, Wreck

Entry Type

Shore

Max Depth

12m

Visibility Range

10m 30m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas

21%

O2
Marine Life

  • Pelagic Fish
  • Various
  • Crabs
  • Groupers
  • Cray Fish
Weather Conditions

Water Temperature
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