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Mikhail Lermontov

Mikhail Lermontov

Marlborough, New Zealand

Depth
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25m

Visibility
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3m - 9m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Experienced


About Mikhail Lermontov

a completely intact 22000 registered ton Russian cruise ship which sank in 1987. She lies in Port Gore, a sheltered bay, on her starboard side in about 35m with her bows to the E. We spent the night at anchor nearby. Many people rave about this wreck, but to be honest in the 2-3m visibility we had one wreck is pretty much like another. Frank says that the best time to dive her is September and October, when the visibility is much better. There are two other wrecks Lastingham and Rangitoto on Cape Jackson at the E entrance to Port Gore, both well smashed, and exposed to wind and swell

Mikhail Lermontov Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Wreck

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

25m

Visibility Range

3m 9m

Experience Level

Experienced

Best Gas

21% – 40%

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