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Vari Solo Sailor

The Vari Solo Sailor is a new favourite of ours in Cornwall, a proper dive for those who love a fresh wreck. It’s only been down since July 2023, so you’re seeing it in its very early stages of colonisation. We’ve found the stern section is particularly interesting, with the rudder still clearly visible and some of the cabin structure surprisingly intact, even after the initial salvage work declared it dangerous. Being a relatively shallow wreck at 23m, it's a good choice for divers wanting decent bottom time without pushing deco limits. What we really appreciate here is watching the evolution; you can already spot the first soft corals appearing and schools of juvenile pollack circling the mast. Our top tip: dive it on a calm day with good visibility. The light penetration is excellent then, giving the whole site a slightly eerie glow as you explore the deck fittings and rigging, which are still very much present. We think it’s best for experienced divers who appreciate the history of a wreck and observing how marine life claims a new habitat. It's a snapshot in time.