

Best for beginner divers, 6-9m, shore entry, mild current.
The Wreck of the Cali is a shallow shore dive located 100 metres off West Bay and Seven Mile Beach. This four-mast schooner, which sank in 1944, was later destroyed as a navigation hazard, leaving its ribs, winches, and boilers scattered across the seabed. The site sits at an average depth of 8 metres, with a range of 6 to 9 metres. Divers and snorkellers can expect mild currents and visibility between 15 and 30 metres. Marine life includes Atlantic Tarpon and various wrasses, alongside less frequent sightings of frogfish, lionfish, nurse sharks, and French angelfish. Due to the proximity to the shore, be aware of boat traffic in the area.
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The site is often dived in combination with the nearby Balboa wreck.
The site is located off George Town harbour on Grand Cayman's west coast.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-9m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Common sightings include Atlantic Tarpon and wrasses. Divers may also encounter less frequent species such as frogfish, Indian Lionfish, Fairy Basslet, French Angelfish, Nurse Shark, Great Barracuda, Rock Beauty, Spotted Scorpionfish, Queen Parrotfish, Banded Coral Shrimp, Purple Sea Fan, and Redband Parrotfish.
Yes, the Wreck of the Cali is rated as suitable for beginner divers due to its shallow depth and mild currents.
The site has an average depth of 8 metres, with a total depth range of 6 to 9 metres.
This is a shore dive located approximately 100 metres from the coast.
Yes, the shallow depth of the wreck makes it accessible for both diving and snorkelling.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Wreck of the Cali in George Town. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Wreck of the Cali in George Town typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Wreck of the Cali in George Town typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.