The Great Northern
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A British cable-laying ship, The Great Northern was built in 1870 and sank on New Year’s Eve in 1902. She now rests in the sand between 4 and 12 m and is a magnificent artificial reef.
Macro-lovers will enjoy the many species of shrimps and pipefish. The coral surrounding The Great Northern is some of the best in Zanzibar. Just watch out for the anemone fish.
Dive Activity & Environmental Conditions
Top Wildlife Sightings
Most frequently spotted marine life based on dive logs
#1
Clownfish
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#2
Lionfish
21
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#3
Pipefish
16
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#4
Butterfly Fish
12
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#5
Common Seahorse
11
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#6
Angelfish
10
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#7
Soldierfish
10
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#8
Sweetlips and Grunts
9
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#9
Bannerfish
9
Total Sightings
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#10
Triggerfish
8
Total Sightings
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