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Bianca C
 Grand Anse, Grenada
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Max Depth: Over 150ft/46m
Entry Type: Boat
Bottom Composition: Sand
Aquatic Life: Plenty To See
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Rating: 3.50 by 6 divers
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Bianca C is a boat accessible salt water dive site, located in Grand Anse, Grenada. This dive site has an average rating of 3.50 out of 5 from 6 scuba divers. The maximum depth is over 150ft/46m.
Diving the Bianca C refers to exploring the wreck of the Italian cruise liner Bianca C, located off the coast of Grenada and often called the "Titanic of the Caribbean" due to its size and significance as one of the largest diveable wrecks in the Caribbean. It sank in 1961 after a boiler explosion and now rests upright on the seabed at a maximum depth of 50 meters (165 feet), serving as a popular attraction for advanced scuba divers.
Location:
Grenada, West Indies.
History:
The Bianca C, formerly known by other names like Maréchal Pétain and Arosa Sky, sank in 1961 near St. George’s, Grenada, after a fire broke out on board.
Diving Experience:
It is considered one of the top wreck dive sites globally, known for its large size and the ability to explore the ship’s structures, including the former swimming pools.
Marine Life:
Divers can expect to encounter marine life like barracuda and horse-eye jacks, as well as coral and sponges on the shallower parts of the wreck.
Required Certification:
Due to the depth and nature of the wreck, it is recommended for advanced scuba divers.