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SS Président Coolidge: Wreck Dive on a WWII Luxury Liner

Descend into one of the world's most accessible and awe-inspiring wreck dives — a 200-metre WWII troopship sunk in 1942, resting in shallow-to-deep water just metres from shore. Encounter the iconic 'Lady' ceramic relief, field artillery, gas masks, and intact staterooms frozen in time.

What to expect

Board a short tender to the entry point, then descend alongside a local divemaster who knows every corridor and compartment. You'll hover over the 'The Lady' bas-relief, peer into the hold at jeeps and artillery shells, and drift through a ship that feels untouched by time. Visibility regularly exceeds 20 metres, with resident fish life including batfish and lionfish throughout. Even snorkellers can view the shallowest decks at 5–7 metres.

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Pacific Dive
AUD 220 per diver (2-tank guided wreck dive); snorkel tours from AUD 80 pp
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Good to know

The dive site is literally shore-entry — just minutes from the pier. Pre-book directly with Pacific Dive well in advance; spaces in small groups fill fast on cruise days. Certified divers only for deep sections; carry your certification card. All-aboard time in Luganville is typically late afternoon, giving ample time for a morning dive.

Sail there

Luxury cruises that call at Luganville — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.

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