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Mitsubishi G3M ’Nell’ (Wreck)

The Mitsubishi G3M ‘Nell’ bomber in Iron Bottom Sound is a real gem, particularly for a shallow wreck. It’s sitting upright in just 6 meters of water, so it’s perfect for a long dive or even a snorkel if you’re keen. We love how complete it feels, you can still trace the outline of the fuselage and imagine it in its flying days. Our favourite part has to be the cockpit area; light streams through the missing canopy, illuminating the dash. Look closely and you’ll spot tiny red-streaked blennies darting in and out of the gauges, and a whole host of colourful rainbowfish schooling around the wings. The fusiliers here are particularly bold, swarming so thick around the tail that they often obscure it entirely. It’s a great spot to practice your buoyancy and really take your time exploring. We’d suggest going early in the morning, before the sun gets too high, to catch the best light play through the wings.