13 Hauntingly Beautiful Shipwrecks You Can Still Explore Safely

13. Kizugawa Maru, Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands

A casualty of the intense WWII fighting around Guadalcanal, this Japanese transport ship was likely bombed and beached before sinking near shore. It now rests in relatively shallow water, sloping from about 9 to 27 metres. Its accessibility from the beach makes it a popular site. The holds reportedly still contain remnants of its cargo, like sake bottles and supplies. Covered in coral and visited by reef fish, it stands as a silent monument to the fierce battles fought in these waters.