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TRISILA PRATAMA

The Trisila Pratama is a landing craft, not a huge one, but it’s got that eerie, ghost-ship vibe we really go for. It sank during a storm while on passage, and you can tell from its position, sitting upright on the seabed at 25 metres. We love how the deck is still mostly intact, allowing you to peek into the hold, where schools of glassfish often swirl like a living cloud. It’s a proper wreck dive, dark and moody in places, especially if you venture into the engine room, which is still surprisingly accessible. What makes this special for us is the way the currents have sculpted the wreck over time. You’ll find some fantastic soft corals, bright oranges and purples, clinging to the rails, and the bow section has become home to some impressive resident sweetlips. Keep an eye out for moray eels tucked into the darker recesses. We’d suggest going early in the morning; the light filtering down through the water column then really makes the silhouette of the Trisila Pratama pop. It’s a great dive for those who appreciate the history behind a wreck and don’t mind a bit of current to get there.