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DAEYANG FAMILY

The Daeyang Family isn’t just a big wreck, it’s a proper behemoth, and we love it for its sheer scale. Sunk in 1986 after a fire, this bulk carrier stretches 312 metres along the seabed, completely dwarfing most other wrecks you’ll ever dive. It’s sitting in around 14 metres of water, so it’s accessible to most divers, but don’t expect to cover the whole thing on one tank. The wreck's structure is still largely intact, despite its fiery end and subsequent breaking up. You’ll find massive cargo holds, sections of accommodation blocks, and the bridge, all colonised by South Africa’s vibrant reef life. Schools of hottentot fish swirl through the superstructure, while the steel plates are painted in a living tapestry of colourful anemones and ascidians. Keep an eye out for octopus tucked into crevices and rays gliding over the sandy patches around the hull. Our favourite spot is exploring the immense propellers, usually buzzing with smaller reef fish. It's a dive that truly highlights the power of the ocean to reclaim man-made structures.