NBM Dive Site Resource
Prinz Eugen Wreck
Ebeye / Enubuj, Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands
The capsized German heavy cruiser Prinz Eugen, with hull, propellers and rudders extending from near-surface water to technical recreational depths.
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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.
Aquatic life research in progress
NBM is reviewing a likely local species for this position.
Aquatic life research in progress
NBM is reviewing a likely local species for this position.
Aquatic life research in progress
NBM is reviewing a likely local species for this position.
Site media
Photographs
Three views rotate from the published gallery on each visit.
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Dive videos
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Location map
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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.A report that passes the automatic checks will appear here with the dive date, diver’s display name, and temperatures at each depth.
Reports are automatically checked for plausible dates, depths, and temperatures. They are observations, not forecasts; confirm conditions before diving.
Why divers know this place
Highlights
Massive capsized cruiser hull, exposed propellers and rudders, gun positions and historic Operation Crossroads connection.
Before you arrive
Access notes
Confirm written access, sponsor requirements and itinerary directly with the operator. Some Bikini liveaboards use it as a check dive only when permission and schedules allow. No boat relationship is inferred.
Plan within your training
Conditions and hazards
Restricted military-area procedures, possible closure, overhead and entanglement, sharp/unstable metal, depth, boat traffic, possible hazardous residues or ordnance and remote evacuation. Do not handle artifacts.
At the site
Facilities and support
Only the authorized operator’s vessel and support are available; access formalities around Kwajalein are strict and shore-based visitor access is limited.
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.