Wreck of Cartanza Senora

Historic freighter wreck, now a vibrant artificial reef.

Boat Access
10m Avg Depth
11m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is the wreck of the Cartanza Senora, a 195-foot freighter with a fascinating history. It's both a wreck and an artificial reef, formed after it was impacted by Hurricane Hugo. The vessel is now well-encrusted with coral, creating a vibrant underwater environment. Expect to encounter a diverse array of marine life including lobster, pufferfish, sea turtles, and Caribbean Reef Sharks. This dive offers a captivating exploration for experienced divers.
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Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz

Plan Your Visit

wreckcoral reefturtlesharkwide angle

Marine Life

Caribbean Reef SharkHawksbill TurtleGreen TurtleSpiny LobsterPufferfishAngelfishParrotfishGorgonian CoralsBarrel Sponges

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Intermediate

Shallow wreck dive requiring good buoyancy control around the structure.

Hazards:
boat trafficsharp edges on wreck
Current Strength:

Mild

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