

Best for advanced divers, 10-14m, boat entry, strong current.
The California Wreck is the remains of a 19th-century steam schooner located off the northwest tip of Aruba. Resting at depths between 10 and 14 metres, the site features a structure that is visible from a distance due to visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres. This is a boat-access-only site requiring advanced certification due to strong currents and potential surge conditions. Divers should maintain solid buoyancy control and use a surface marker buoy. Species recorded around this area include French Angelfish, Flying Gurnard, Spotted Moray, and Great Barracuda. Always brief with your boat captain regarding current direction and tidal cycles before descending.
12.62091, -70.04338
Current direction and strength vary considerably depending on the tidal cycle, so brief with your boat captain before descending and agree on a pick-up plan in case you surface upcurrent of the vessel. A surface marker buoy is essential here.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
10-14m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Strong
Species recorded around this area include French Angelfish, Flying Gurnard, Spotted Moray, Great Barracuda, Brazilian Reef Octopus, and various wrasses.
No, this site requires advanced certification due to the presence of strong currents and the need for precise buoyancy control.
The wreck lies at a depth of 10 to 14 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
This is a boat-access-only site; there is no shore entry option available.
Snorkelling is not recommended due to the depth of the wreck and the strong currents present in the area.
Diving at California Wreck in Malmok requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at California Wreck in Malmok. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
California Wreck in Malmok can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at California Wreck in Malmok typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.