The Nebo

The Nebo is reported to have been carrying materials for the Van Stadens River Bridge back in the 1800s when she was sunk due to incorrect loading. She was very top heavy and when she encountered rough seas she simply went belly up and sank. The wreck, which is over 100 years old, is broken into two main parts. If the visibility is good or you have an experienced dive master, it is a simple navigation exercise to get from one part to the other.

One regular fish species found swimming in and out of the wreck on this reef is the Natal Catfish. Harlequin Goldies, which are endemic to this area, are also seen on the wreck. Round Ribbontail Ray, Sharpnosed Stingray and Greyspot Guitarfish are just a few visitors in the sand around the Nebo. Squid and Scorpion fish are also found lingering about with schools of Fusiliers, Tuna and Hammerhead Sharks. Keep an eye out for game fish patrolling the area. Soft coral, such as Green Fern coral, different colours of Polyp coral and Green and Yellow Turret coral are found on this wreck. The different dive sites on the Aliwal Shoal have something to cater for everyone’s taste – including the shark fanatics.

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