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Reina Mora

The Reina Mora is one of those shallow wrecks we just keep coming back to. Sitting upright in only six meters of water, it’s not the deepest dive you’ll ever do, but it’s packed with character. This old fishing trawler sank back in the 1970s, and over the decades, the ocean has really reclaimed it. We love dropping onto the bridge, still surprisingly intact, and poking around the wheelhouse. Light streams in through the gaps in the superstructure, illuminating schools of silversides that flicker and dart, making the whole wreck feel alive. Out on the deck, the holds are open, offering easy swim-throughs where you’re almost guaranteed to spot comb jellies pulsing gently, their iridescent fringes catching the light. Look closer, especially in the nooks and crannies of the machinery, and you’ll find plenty of small crabs scuttling about and anemones waving their tentacles. It’s a gentle dive, perfect for photographers wanting to practice ambient light shots or for anyone who enjoys the feeling of history under the waves. We’d suggest going on a calm day; even slight swells can stir up the sediment and drop visibility, making the experience less rewarding.