Douglas SBD Dauntless (Wreck)
Protected Area
Rendova Harbor
Why dive here
With 292+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blacktip reef sharks, grey reef sharks, sperm whales and whitetip reef sharks - Douglas SBD Dauntless (Wreck) offers some of Gizo & Western Province's richest wreck diving.
The Douglas SBD Dauntless dive site in Gizo is one of those places that just gets under your skin. We love it because it’s a tangible piece of history, sitting upright and mostly intact on a sandy bottom at 16m. Dropping down, you're immediately struck by its presence. The plane’s gun turret, tail section, and wings are all there, adorned with a surprising amount of colourful soft corals and sponges. Visibility here is usually excellent, giving you clear views of the resident batfish and schools of fusiliers that swirl around the fuselage. Take your time to really explore – peek into the cockpit, where a large snapper often lurks, or fin slowly along the wings, watching for nudibranchs. It’s an easy dive, perfect for beginners looking for their first proper wreck experience, but still captivating enough to draw us back again and again. Our tip: go in the morning; the light filtering through the water really brings out the wreck's detail.
Typical Douglas SBD Dauntless (Wreck) Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
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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