Nebo Wreck

Kwa Zulu Natal, South Africa

Depth

25m

Visibility

8m - 23m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Experienced

Nebo Wreck

Kwa Zulu Natal, South Africa

Depth

25m

Visibility

8m - 23m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Experienced

About Nebo Wreck

The Nebo is a 19th century wooden steamer vessel which sank on the 20th May 1884 while on a trip to Durban from Sunderland, which was coincidently her first and last voyage. The remains of this 2000 ton vessel now lie at a depth of 25 meters, which much of the ship remaining at even shallower depths. The ship remains in decent condition for it's age, though the bow is quite damaged, the stern remains fairly intact. The ship was carrying railway girders when she sank, which allows for an interesting sight.

Nebo Wreck Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Wreck

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

25m

Visibility Range

8m – 23m

Experience Level

Experienced

Best Gas Mix

21% – 40%

O₂

CNS Load (35 min)

16% at 23m / 36%

O₂

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Dive Site Hazards

Deceptive Entry Openings — Openings may become restrictive inside due to angle, collapse, or corrosion.
Surge-Induced Internal Silt Shift — Internal surge can move silt and debris without direct contact.
Partial Overhead Environment — Many wrecks limit direct ascent even without full penetration.

Fine Rust Particle Silt-Out — Disturbed rust particles can rapidly reduce visibility.

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