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WILHELMINA

The Wilhelmina is one of Arraial's quiet champions, a proper historical wreck without the crowds you might expect. This old steamship lies scattered in just 10 metres of water, meaning you can spend a good long bottom time really exploring her bones. We love how accessible she is; it’s a brilliant spot for newer divers to get a feel for wreck diving, or for experienced eyes to properly soak in the details. What you'll find here isn't one intact vessel, but rather a fascinating debris field. Large sections of the hull, boilers, and machinery are spread across the sandy seabed, each piece now a miniature reef. Keep your eyes peeled for schools of silversides shimmering through the gaps, and the resident moray eels peeking out from behind rusted plates. The light penetration is usually fantastic, casting dramatic shafts onto the wreck, which makes for some excellent photos. We’d suggest going in the morning before any wind picks up, when the water is often at its calmest. It’s not a deep dive, but it’s a rich one, full of history and bustling with life.