The Maori Wreck Suggest edit

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21Max dive depth

21.0 mSite max depth

10.0–20.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

40 minAvg dive time

January to AprilBest months

16.0–20.0 °CWater (summer)

12.0–16.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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The Maori is a British cargo shipwreck that sank in 1909 after striking rocks near Hout Bay, offering divers a chance to explore its remains.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–20.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 16.0–20.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 12.0–16.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: Yes
Diving permits may be required for wreck dives.
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Bottom types:
sand rubble wreck Suggest edit

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Use a wide-angle lens to capture the wreck and surrounding marine life.

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