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Upright harbour wreck in Vava'u.
Upright harbour wreck in Vava'u.
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Clan Mcwilliam Wreck is an upright harbour wreck in Vava'u that rewards divers with easy-to-read structure, coral growth, and a classic ship silhouette. The shot line drops you onto the wreck, then the dive opens into a straightforward tour of decks, rails, and the propeller edge. It is deep enough to respect and simple enough to navigate, making it a favorite for divers who want a serious wreck without a maze of cuts.
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Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
20m - 40m
Depth Note
The wreck is upright in 20–40 m, with a shot line to the back deck at ~22 m.
Best Season
Year-round, with calmer weather windows preferred.
Typical Conditions
Sheltered harbour wreck with usually clear water, mild movement, and enough depth to warrant careful gas planning.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Use the shot line to manage the descent and keep track of depth as you work the wreck structure and propeller edge.
Access Restrictions
Book a guided harbour dive; open-water divers are managed with instructor support at the wreck.
Legal Notes
Follow operator and harbour rules; no site-specific legal restriction surfaced.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
An upright wreck with easy navigation; the propeller and stern features are reached by following the shot line and dropping over the edge as needed.
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Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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Custom wreck-diving trips with torches, gear hire, and instructor support.
Harbour-wreck depth band and pelagic-fish profile.
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Boat-access reef in Vava'u's north-shore cluster.