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KAI (POSSIBLY)

Okay, so Kai, the old steamship. This one is deep, proper deep, at 55m. It’s a serious dive, not one for the casual weekend splash. But for those who are trained and equipped for it, Kai offers a rewarding sense of history, a real connection to the wartime past off the Cornish coast. We love the way the wreck has settled, largely intact, offering glimpses into its operational life. You’ll find the two boilers standing proud, a real focal point, and the triple expansion engine still largely recognisable. It's not a wreck overflowing with soft corals, this is the UK after all, but the steelwork itself provides plenty of nooks and crannies for resident wrasse and squat lobsters. We’ve had some truly tranquil dives here, with visibility occasionally opening up to a good 15-20 metres, which at this depth feels like a gift. Our advice? Go on a slack tide, obviously, and keep an eye on the thermoclines, they can shift quickly. The sheer depth means careful planning is essential, but if you’re into technical wreck diving, Kai is a standout.