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NIPO MARU

The Nipo Maru is Singapore’s marquee wreck, a big ship with a big story. We love this site not just for the history, but for the sheer scale of the vessel. At 140 metres long, you're not seeing this beauty in one dive, or even two. Dropping down to 44 metres, the visibility often plays hide and seek, but when it clears, the freighter really looms out of the blue. You can feel the cold thermocline hit you around 30 metres, a stark reminder of the depth. We often find leopard whips and moray eels tucked into the superstructure, and the bow section, our favourite part, is absolutely blanketed in cup corals. Keep an eye out for batfish patrolling the mast. This is a dive for experienced deep divers, absolutely. Currents can pick up, and that depth means bottom time is always ticking away. If you’re coming, target an incoming tide for the best chance at clearer water, and bring a good torch; the holds are dark and enticing. It’s a proper expedition, a journey back in time, and always worth the effort.