Carina

The Carina wreck, a relatively recent discovery by Peter Collings, has sparked confusion regarding its origins.

Some sources claim it’s positioned on the northern side of Shag Rock and was built on the River Tyne in the late 1890s, located near the Thistlegorm. Others describe it as resting on the northern end of Shag Rock, an extension of Sha’ab Ali, lying at a depth of 5-15 meters.

Despite conflicting information about its construction date and sinking year (1926 for a ship supposedly built in the 1890s?), it’s clear the hull is iron-made, showcasing boilers and the propeller. Despite uncertainties about its history, the wreck is a popular spot for a third dive of the day or even a night dive, teeming with coral cover and abundant marine life.