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CULLONG 115

Diving the *Cullong 115* is a real journey back in time, a sobering experience. This isn't a colourful reef dive, it’s a deep penetration into maritime history, lying at a profound 55m. The wreck itself, a large motor vessel, went down in 1986, and the years have turned its structure into an artificial reef, now draped in soft corals and sponges. We love the way schooling fusiliers blanket the deck, parting like a curtain as you approach, and the occasional lionfish that just hangs, perfectly still, in the silty gloom. Visibility can be a bit of a lottery here, but when it’s good, you can make out the scale of the ship, its holds yawning open, inviting exploration for those properly trained and equipped. Our favourite part has to be the stern, where the propeller still sits, an eerie, silent testament to its last voyage. This site is definitely for experienced wreck divers comfortable with deep profiles and limited natural light. We’d suggest a sidemount configuration for easier access into some of the tighter spaces, and definitely pack a good torch.