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Maritime Wreck

The Maritime Wreck holds a special place in our Perhentian diving memories. It’s not a massive wreck, but what it lacks in size it makes up for in character and the sheer density of fish that call it home. We’ve always found it best to dive this one early in the morning, before the dive boats from Tuna Bay start arriving. Descending, you’ll start to see the outline of the stern, the propeller shaft still defiantly pointing towards the surface. This is a wooden cargo vessel, and time has taken its toll, but sections of the hull remain intact, creating dark overhangs and swim-throughs perfect for exploring. Expect to be enveloped by schools of yellowback fusiliers and chevron barracuda. They swirl around the wreck, parting just enough for you to glimpse the resident giant moray eel peeking from a pipe or a curious turtle gliding past. Our favourite part has to be the bow, where the anchor chain spills into the sand and huge patches of anemones host clownfish families. It’s a comfortable dive, usually with mild currents, making it ideal for anyone who enjoys exploring a wreck without the challenges of deep technical penetration.