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LOULLIA

The Loullia, perched rather precariously on Gordon Reef, is a wreck dive with real personality. She’s a carrier vessel, settled on her side since 1981, and honestly, we love her for her accessibility and the way she’s become part of the reef. Her bow section is what you'll typically explore, sitting in around 10-15 metres, often quite lit by the sun. You’ll find yourself finning through schools of fusiliers, darting around the superstructure, which is now heavily encrusted with hard and soft corals. Keep an eye out for resident lionfish tucked into shadowy nooks; they’re often there. The Loullia’s an excellent spot for divers who enjoy poking around a wreck without deep penetration, offering plenty of swim-throughs where the original cargo holds once were. For us, the best time to visit is early morning, before the day boats crowd the area, letting you really appreciate the quiet colonisation of metal by marine life.