

Best for intermediate divers, 20-70m, shore entry.
The SS President Coolidge is a 200-metre-long shipwreck serving as an artificial reef in Vanuatu. This historic vessel, which sank in 1942, contains artifacts including tanks, cannons, forklifts, crockery, and artwork. Divers can explore the wreck at depths ranging from 20 to 70 metres, with an average depth of 40 metres. The site is accessible from the shore and offers visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Marine life recorded here includes wrasses, soldierfish, anemonefish, triggerfish, groupers, and nudibranchs. Due to the depth and overhead environments, this site is suited for intermediate divers. Hazards include decompression risks, entanglement, and the presence of lionfish and sharks.
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The Lady porcelain relief was moved 5 metres above its original position in the first class dining room.
Shore access via private beach at The Coolidge Resort, three-minute journey to the bow.
Recorded at this site
Depth
20-70m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
26-28°C
Current
None
Typical Dive
50 min
Divers regularly encounter wrasses, soldierfish, blackback anemonefish, and various species of triggerfish, groupers, and nudibranchs.
No, the site is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth and the presence of overhead environments within the wreck.
The wreck lies at depths between 20 and 70 metres, with an average depth of 40 metres.
The SS President Coolidge is accessible from the shore.
While the site is primarily a dive location for intermediate divers due to its depth, the wreck structure is extensive.
Diving at SS President Coolidge in Luganville requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near SS President Coolidge in Luganville. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at SS President Coolidge in Luganville. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 28°C.
Divers at SS President Coolidge in Luganville should be aware of lionfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Visibility at SS President Coolidge in Luganville typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.