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NBM Dive Site Resource

Million Dollar Point

Luganville, Sanma Province, Vanuatu

A shoreline field of discarded Second World War vehicles, machinery and small craft that has developed into an artificial reef.

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WaterMarine
AccessGuided shore dive; some operators may also use a boat
ExperienceOpen Water within certified depth limits; Advanced or technical training for deeper sections
Maximum depthCommon touring area about 3–28 m; debris continues beyond recreational limits
Best seasonDived year-round when operator, sea and weather conditions permit; December–March is wetter and cyclone disruption is possible.
VisibilityOften clear but variable with tide, rain, surge and disturbed sediment.

Aquatic life at this dive site

What divers may encounter

Three reviewed connections are featured here. Sightings vary by season, conditions, and chance, so they are never guaranteed.

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Aquatic life research in progress

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Aquatic life research in progress

NBM is reviewing a likely local species for this position.

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Aquatic life research in progress

NBM is reviewing a likely local species for this position.

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Photographs

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Illustrated scuba diver reserved for a future dive-site photograph
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Dive videos

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Published reference location

Location map

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Published reference coordinates-15.52500, 167.24500
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Recent field observations

Diver-reported temperatures

Automatically checked observations from dives during the past 14 days. Three reports are visible at a time; scroll for more.
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Reports are automatically checked for plausible dates, depths, and temperatures. They are observations, not forecasts; confirm conditions before diving.

Diver field observation

Report temperatures

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Depth readings

Why divers know this place

Highlights

Historic vehicles and machinery, artificial-reef growth, reef fish and a broad depth range.

Before you arrive

Access notes

Use a current Santo operator and remain within certification and gas limits. Access conditions and any local fees must be confirmed before entry.

Plan within your training

Conditions and hazards

Sharp and unstable metal, entanglement, surge, current, depth and overhead-like gaps. Do not enter confined wreckage or remove artifacts.

At the site

Facilities and support

Operator-based facilities; confirm rental gear, oxygen, communications, current recompression-chamber availability and evacuation plans before diving.

Independent resource notice

This record is a starting point for independent verification. Access, closures, moorings, weather, currents, depth, visibility, operator availability, and site conditions can change without notice. Confirm current information with the responsible operator, property owner, managing authority, or another qualified local source before planning or attempting a dive.