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PEACH MOUNTAIN

Peach Mountain. Just the name sounds intriguing, doesn't it? This isn’t your typical purpose-sunk artificial reef. This is a proper, accidental wreck, and that makes all the difference. She was a bulk carrier, nearly 200 metres long, that met an unfortunate end back in 2006 after a collision. We love a wreck with a story, and this one certainly has it. The interesting thing about Peach Mountain is its sheer scale. Even at just 10 metres, you're only seeing a fraction of her, but what a fraction it is. You can spend an entire dive just exploring the upper deck structures. We’ve found her to be a fantastic site for newer wreck divers because of that shallow depth and generally mild conditions. It’s an easy entry into wreck exploration without the pressure of deep air or complex navigation. What you'll experience here is the slow reclamation of steel by the ocean. Coral growth is really taking hold on the bulkheads, and the sheer amount of fish life that congregates around the twisted metal is impressive. Expect to see schools of snappers and fusiliers darting in and out of the shadows. Keep an eye out for nudibranchs, too. We’ve spotted some absolute stunners tucked away in crevices. For photographers, the light penetration at 10 metres is fantastic, often giving the wreck a beautiful, eerie glow. It’s a site we always recommend if you want to get a real feel for a large vessel without going too deep.