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NEWARK CASTLE

Newark Castle, what a name for a ship that now sits in a mere three metres of water. We know it’s not a deep dive, but don’t let that fool you. This isn’t about depth, it’s about history and a surprising amount of life. The liner ran ashore back in 1908, a proper century-old steel skeleton now just off the Sodwana coast. You won't find a perfectly preserved vessel here; the ocean has had its way with her. Instead, you'll swim over the spread-out remains of a significant ship, her plates and ribs forming a sprawling, shallow reef. Sunlight floods the entire site, illuminating every detail, even on an overcast day. We love how the strong light really brings out the colours of the corals and anemones that have completely taken over the metalwork. This is a fantastic spot for snorkelers or new divers getting comfortable with wrecks. Even experienced divers will appreciate the chance to really slow down, poke around, and soak it all in. Look for the large potato bass lurking in the larger crevices, and schools of juvenile fish flitting through the beams. It’s an easy entry, a relaxing drift over history, and a chance to truly appreciate how quickly nature reclaims what man loses to the sea.