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YITRUS

YITRUS, off Bali, is a strange one. Most people zip right past, chasing the deeper wrecks, but we think that’s a mistake. This isn't a grand, intact vessel, not anymore. She’s a motor vessel, sunk back in '94 after a battery shorted and she caught fire near Tanjung Perak. What you have now is a broken, scattered remains of a wreck, splayed across a mere 6 meters of water. This makes YITRUS an ideal shallow dive, perfect for extended bottom times or even a casual snorkel if the mood strikes. We love YITRUS for its sheer accessibility and the way it shows nature reclaiming something man-made. The superstructure is gone, but the hull sections, engine block, and various twisted metal pieces are all there. Look for the prop shaft and rudder; they’re often surrounded by schooling bannerfish and batfish. The coral growth is surprisingly good, particularly on the more stable sections, and we’ve spent ages just watching the nudibranchs graze. The light here is usually fantastic, painting the wreckage in shifting blues and greens. It’s a photographer’s delight, or just a very relaxing place to poke around without worrying about deco limits. Our tip? Go early to have it mostly to yourself.