HMS Birkenhead Wreck

Western Province, South Africa

Depth

28m

Visibility

13m - 38m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Advanced

About HMS Birkenhead Wreck

This site is home to one of the very first British Iron Paddle Steamers. The HMS Birkenhead, also known as the HMS Vulcan was enroute from False Bay when she struck a rock near danger point. She sank several minutes after drowing more than 400 passengers. The wreck is fairly broken up and her remains are now home to a large variety of marine life and corals. This site is also well known for the schooling, fierce Great White SHarks so be very careful when diving here.

HMS Birkenhead Wreck Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Wreck, Shark, Other, Rock, Reef

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

28m

Visibility Range

13m – 38m

Experience Level

Advanced

Best Gas

21% – 37%

O₂

Marine Life

Various
Groupers
Great White Sharks

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