Nebo Wreck, Aliwal Shoal
About Nebo Wreck, Aliwal Shoal
The SS Nebo is the wreck of a British steamboat that sank in 1884 near the coast after departing England bound for Durban. The vessel went down carrying around 4,500 tonnes of metal cargo intended for railway construction. Divers can encounter a mix of pelagic and reef-associated species around the wreck site.
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Safety & Access At Nebo Wreck, Aliwal Shoal
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Safety Notes
Sharks may be present, including bull sharks, so divers should use appropriate situational awareness.
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Aquatic Life
Common sightings include bat fish, barracuda, stingrays, bull sharks, guitarfish, and occasional salmon (“dagga”).
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