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Santa Lucia Wreck

Santa Lucia Wreck

Florida, United States

Depth
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9m

Visibility
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3m - 9m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Beginner


About Santa Lucia Wreck

This was also known as a Turtle Boat. In 1994 the Santa Lucia was used to transport fleeing immigrants from Cuba to the United States. It was sank in 1997 to be part of a artificial reef, and today it houses various marine life and corals.

Santa Lucia Wreck Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Reef, Wreck

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

9m

Visibility Range

3m 9m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas

21%

O2
Marine Life

  • Various
  • None
  • Grunts
  • Jacks
  • Sheepheads
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