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Atlantic Princess (Wreck)

The Atlantic Princess isn’t some deep, dark mystery. She’s a cheerful, relatively shallow wreck, intentionally sunk in 2009, making her a perfect afternoon dive if you're staying in Bayahibe. We love that she’s already well-colonised, a testament to how quickly the ocean reclaims things. Dropping down, the first thing you notice is how intact she is – 30 feet wide and 99 feet long, sitting upright. You can fin right through the main deck, exploring the passenger areas, which are now home to schools of snapper and grunts. Keep an eye out for the giant gobies; they’re surprisingly bold here. We often find nurse sharks napping under ledges or tucked into corners. Visibility averages a solid 16 metres, so you get great views of the entire ship as you approach. It’s a gentle dive, maxing out at 13 metres, ideal for newer wreck divers or anyone looking for an easy, colourful exploration. Our favourite part is lingering on the bow, watching angelfish flit between the new coral growth.