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KING CRUISER

The King Cruiser holds a special place in our hearts. This car ferry, which went down after hitting Anemone Reef back in '97, is now a proper artificial reef. It sits upright, mostly intact, though the upper decks are slowly collapsing inward. We love the swim-throughs, particularly exploring the car deck where light filters in through the gloom, highlighting the schools of snapper and fusiliers that swirl through the space. Maximum depth is about 25 metres, so it’s a good one for advanced open water divers who want to spend some quality time exploring. Keep an eye out for resident barracuda lurking in the deeper, darker corners. Visibility can vary, but on a good day, you can see the entire wreck from bow to stern. Our favourite time to dive it is early morning, before the crowds arrive, when the light is softer and the wreck feels most atmospheric. Currents can pick up, so listen to your guide, and be ready for a bit of a workout around the edges. It's a proper wreck dive experience, with that slight thrill of history mixed with abundant marine life.