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CHYAU FENG NO.12

The Chyau Feng No.12, often just called the "Fishing Boat Wreck," is a fascinating contrast to Santo’s larger, deeper wrecks. We love this site because it’s a brilliant shore dive, sitting just off Palikulo Point. It's really accessible, which means more bottom time exploring the details. This old fishing vessel ran aground in 1977 and now lies in incredibly shallow water, parts of it even break the surface at low tide. You’ll weave through the exposed superstructure, the mast reaching up like a gnarled finger. Below the waterline, the hull is wonderfully encrusted with corals, and we’ve spent ages just watching the damselfish dart in and out of the nooks and crannies. Look closely, and you’ll spot nudibranchs grazing on the growth. The light here is often spectacular, especially on a sunny afternoon, dappling through the deck plates and illuminating schools of tiny baitfish. It's a relaxed dive, perfect for photographers or anyone wanting to spend an hour simply observing. Visibility can vary with the tide, but we find it’s usually clear enough to appreciate the details of this old workhorse.