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NZ 4031

NZ 4031 isn't your typical Tuvalu reef dive. This is for the wreck heads, the history buffs, and anyone who appreciates a good story with their bottom time. What we have here is an old aircraft, a real piece of history that crashed on takeoff, according to the Pacific Islands Monthly back in '81. It sits at a manageable 20 meters, meaning you get good light penetration and plenty of time to explore. We love the eerie quiet down there, the way the light filters through the water and plays on the twisted metal. You can spend a good chunk of your dive picking out bits of fuselage, imagining the plane's final moments. It’s been down there long enough for the reef to start claiming it, so expect to see some interesting growth and a surprising number of smaller reef fish darting in and out of the wreckage. It's not a huge site, but it's one of our favourite spots for a contemplative dive, a real contrast to the vibrant outer reefs. Go early to avoid any surge, and take your time.