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Wreck of William H Welch (Bow Portion)

Diving the HMHS Rewa is a proper adventure, not for the faint of heart, but incredibly rewarding if you’ve got the experience. We're talking about a massive ocean liner, lying on her side, broken but still retaining that ghost-ship grandeur. Dropping down, you often hit a green gloom, but then the ship starts to materialise, dark and imposing. Inside, the sheer scale of the corridors and cabins is humbling; you can almost hear the echoes of its past. Our favourite parts are the bow and stern sections, where the ship’s structure is most intact, creating fantastic swim-throughs and enormous overhangs. The marine life here isn’t about colourful corals, it’s about the drama of the deep. Great pink sea fans cling to the deeper sections, fanning out into the current. Look for those giant anglerfish, masters of camouflage, tucked into the debris, and we've often spotted big nursehounds cruising the deck plates. Dogfish and smooth hounds are practically residents, weaving through the metalwork. It's a dive that demands respect for its history and its depth, but for serious wreck enthusiasts, the Rewa is an absolute classic. We suggest picking your day carefully; slack water is key, and anything less than a gentle swell on the surface will make the dive less enjoyable.