The Antilla shipwreck is arguably one of Aruba's most popular scuba diving sites. The wreck dates from World War II and when approaching the wreck by boat (as is customary with most scuba packages that include this dive), you can see part of the ship sticking out of the water.
Once submerged, you'll see the ship stretching over 400 feet. Now that some 70 years have gone by, this wreck is considered to be a man-made reef where a wide variety of marine life thrives. From top to bottom the wreck is festooned with bright sponges and corals. As a night dive, the Antilla is unsurpassed.
The chain of events that ended with this magnificent German ship permanently in Aruba waters is another interesting story. For more information on the history of Antilla click here
