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TOYOI-CHI MARU

The *Toyoi-chi Maru* is a real standout along Taiwan’s Northeast Coast, especially for wreck lovers. This carrier vessel went down in 1973, a proper piece of history now sitting upright in just 14 metres of water. We love a wreck with a story, and this one certainly has character. You can still make out the superstructure, and the holds are surprisingly accessible, though watch for silting if there's been recent surge. What makes it special for us is the way the wreck has become a home. Schools of yellowtail snapper drift through the cargo holds, and we've spotted huge moray eels peering out from gaps in the plating. Look closely and you'll find ornate ghost pipefish hiding amongst the soft corals that have started to colonise the deck. It's a relaxed dive, perfect for photographers or anyone wanting to spend some time exploring without deep decompression worries. We'd suggest aiming for a calm morning; the visibility can be excellent then, with the sunlight filtering into the holds.