ANGELN

Best months: Jan–Dec

Protected Area

Moule a Chique

Why dive here

With 250+ marine species recorded in the area - including bull sharks, dolphins, eagle rays, humpback whales and oceanic whitetip sharks - ANGELN offers some of Soufriere & The Pitons's richest wreck diving. Water sits around 28°C.

Marine lifeBull Sharks, Dolphins, Eagle Rays, Humpback Whales and Oceanic Whitetip Sharks · 250+ species recorded

Water28°C · warmest January, February, March

CharacterWreck dive · max 33m

StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

The Angeln. We love this wreck because it’s a proper ship, not some dinky little boat sunk for divers. This container vessel went down in 2010 after taking on water, and at 132 metres long, she’s a big girl, sitting upright at 33 metres. You can really feel the scale of her as you descend onto the bridge structure. The sheer size means you can spend a full dive just exploring the stern, or poking around the massive cargo holds that are now home to schools of snapper and barracuda. Look closely at the superstructure; we often spot turtles cruising past, and the occasional eagle ray glides over the deck. It’s a bit of a deep dive, so it’s best for advanced divers comfortable with their buoyancy, but the visibility is usually excellent, often 20 metres or more. We'd suggest going early in the morning before any potential boat traffic picks up. It's a fantastic site for feeling like you're truly exploring a lost piece of maritime history, not just another artificial reef.

Typical ANGELN Dive Profile

Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

Safety Notes

Deep dive (33m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced certification recommended.

Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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ANGELN Wreck History

Year Sunk

2010

Vessel Type

cargo ship

Cause

scuttled

Tonnage

7,545 GRT

The MV Angeln was a modern, German-managed container ship built in 2004. At 7,545 GRT, it was a significant vessel, actively serving cargo routes throughout the Caribbean. Its life at sea, however, was destined to be a short one, with a final chapter that would transform it from a commercial vessel into a premier diving attraction.

On February 22, 2010, while on passage from Vieux Fort, St. Lucia, to Barbados, the Angeln began taking on water and was in imminent danger of sinking. The crew was safely rescued by the St. Lucian coast guard, but the ship was lost. Seeing an opportunity to create a new marine habitat, local authorities made the decision to tow the stricken vessel to a carefully chosen location and scuttle it. The Angeln was sunk in a controlled manner, ensuring it would land upright and become a world-class artificial reef.

Now resting at a maximum depth of 33 meters near the iconic Pitons, the Angeln is a spectacular dive for advanced divers. As a huge, intact, and modern wreck, it offers an incredible playground for exploration. Divers can swim through its massive, open cargo holds, penetrate the multi-level superstructure, and marvel at the scale of the ship. As a young wreck, it provides a unique chance to witness the fascinating process of colonization as corals, sponges, and fish steadily make this steel giant their new home.