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U-2513

The U-2513, a German U-boat from the end of WWII, sits upright in about 70 metres of water off Key West, offering a deep, dark dive that we absolutely love. It’s one for the experienced wreck divers, no doubt. Dropping down onto that massive hull, the sheer scale of it really hits you. You’re often surrounded by schooling amberjacks, sometimes a Goliath grouper or two, just hanging in the blue. We usually try to penetrate the conning tower, maybe peek into the control room if conditions are calm. The visibility here can be superb, 30 metres isn’t uncommon, which really helps when you’re navigating the exterior. You’ll spot barracuda lurking, and the deck guns are still there, overgrown with sponges and coral. It’s a proper piece of history, just sitting there on the seabed, waiting for divers who appreciate the cold, deep embrace of a true wreck. Our favourite time to hit it is early morning, before any current picks up.