Clan MacWilliam
Also known as: Clan McWilliam Wreck
Best time to dive
January to December; May to October
What you might see
- Grey reef sharkLikely
- NudibranchLikely
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Technical - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.
Snorkelling
Not a snorkel site - Not viable - wreck lies too deep (18m+) for snorkelling
Safety notes
Old, deteriorated 1918 freighter - internal penetration considered dangerous; camouflaged stonefish/scorpionfish; depth and limited bottom time (~20 min); some harbour boat traffic
Permits & fees
None specific reported beyond standard operator dive fees
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Neiafu, Vava'u
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.