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PRINCESS CAMILLE

Princess Camille is a strange one, a ferry that capsized right next to a pier back in 2003, now sitting on its side in just 5 metres of water. We love it for how accessible it is, even if it’s not the most dramatic wreck you’ll ever dive. The shallow depth means endless bottom time and fantastic light, which really brings out the colours of the corals that have started to encrust the hull. You can poke around the superstructure, see the old railings and even peek into some of the windows. Our favourite part is the resident school of batfish, often numbering in the hundreds, that just cruises around the wreck. They’re incredibly curious. You’ll also spot plenty of juvenile reef fish sheltering in the nooks and crannies, and we’ve seen some surprisingly large groupers lurking under the deeper sections. It’s a perfect site for photographers, especially if you’re keen on wide-angle shots with the sun filtering through the water. It's a relaxed dive, good for new wreck divers or anyone who fancies a leisurely potter with plenty to see.