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NOLLOTH

The Nolloth wreck isn’t about depth or big pelagics. It’s about a shallow, remarkably intact piece of history that delivers an intimate, detailed dive. We love this site for its sheer accessibility and how much you can actually see of the vessel, which went down way back in 1965. Dropping onto the Nolloth, you’ll immediately pick out the hull, almost fully preserved, sitting upright in the sand. It’s only five metres deep, so you get incredible bottom time to poke around the superstructure and peer into what used to be her holds. Sunlight streams through the remaining deck plates, illuminating schools of hottentot and strepies that dart through the skeletal remains. Look closely in the nooks and crannies for shy Roman or the occasional octopus squeezed into a tight spot. We find the real magic happens on a calm, sunny day when the light penetrates fully. The visibility can be a bit variable, so pick your weather wisely. It’s an absolute dream for photographers looking for an easy, shallow wreck shot with great ambient light. This isn’t a drift dive, it’s a gentle exploration, perfect for newer divers building confidence or anyone who appreciates a historical wreck without the nitrogen narcosis.