wreck

Log This Dive

RAJAWALI VII

The Rajawali VII, a tug sunk deliberately, feels more like an artificial reef project than a simple shipwreck. We love that about it. Instead of just a broken hulk, you find a well-preserved vessel sitting upright, pretty much intact, which makes for far more interesting exploration. It’s shallow, almost too shallow if you’re used to deeper dives, but that just means more bottom time to poke around the wheelhouse, the engine room, and the holds. What you’ll see here really depends on your eyes. Look closely and you’ll find nudibranchs clinging to the metal, little crab species scuttling in crevices, and often a school of rabbitfish or snapper hanging around the superstructure. We’ve even seen small barracuda patrolling off the bow. The current can pick up, so time your dive for slack tide if you want to properly explore without fighting the flow. It’s a site that rewards patience and a good torch, perfect for photographers or anyone who enjoys the deliberate pace of wreck diving without the usual depth challenges.