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HMS Birkenhead Wreck

Western Province, South Africa
Depth
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92ft
Visibility
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41ft - 123ft
Entry
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boat
Experience Level
Advanced

About HMS Birkenhead Wreck

This site is home to one of the very first British Iron Paddle Steamers. The HMS Birkenhead, also known as the HMS Vulcan was enroute from False Bay when she struck a rock near danger point. She sank several minutes after drowing more than 400 passengers. The wreck is fairly broken up and her remains are now home to a large variety of marine life and corals. This site is also well known for the schooling, fierce Great White SHarks so be very careful when diving here.

HMS Birkenhead Wreck Dive Info: Key Characteristics and Details

Unit Settings

Terrain and Features: Wreck, Shark, Other, Rock, Reef
Entry Type:Boat
Max Depth:28m
Visibility Range:13m - 38m
Experience Level:Advanced
Best Gas:21% - 37% O2

Marine Life

  • Groupers
  • Various
  • Great White Sharks

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