SS President Coolidge Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

AdvancedRecommended cert

70Max dive depth

70.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

40 minAvg dive time

April to OctoberBest months

26.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

23.0–27.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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The SS President Coolidge is a famous wreck dive located off the coast of Espiritu Santo Island in Vanuatu. This World War II troopship sank in 1942 and is now a popular site for divers, offering a unique glimpse into maritime history and a vibrant underwater ecosystem.

Divers can explore various sections of the wreck, including the cargo holds, the bridge, and the engine room. The site is rich in marine life, with opportunities to see coral formations, schools of fish, and other marine species that have made the wreck their home.

Conditions

Visibility: 15.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 26.0–30.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 23.0–27.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand rubble wreck Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Wide-angle for wreck shots, macro for marine life

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