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Corsair Wreck

The Corsair Wreck off Oahu is one of those dives that just feels right. This old F4U Corsair plane, sitting upright at around 35 metres, is surprisingly intact for something that’s been down there since 1946. We love how it’s settled into the sand, still recognisable with its wings and cockpit, though the engines are long gone. Dropping down, you feel the depth, the slight chill that comes with it, but then the wreck looms into view, its metal fuselage now a dark, craggy home for all sorts of reef fish. You'll see schools of snapper hovering above the wing, and we've spotted white-tip reef sharks cruising the perimeter more than once. The ambient light at that depth, filtering through the water, gives the whole scene a really atmospheric, almost reverent feel. It's a dive that suits experienced divers comfortable with deeper profiles and those who appreciate a bit of history beneath the waves. Go on a calm morning; less current makes for a much more relaxed exploration.