13 Hauntingly Beautiful Shipwrecks You Can Still Explore Safely

8. RMS Rhone, British Virgin Islands

Lost in an 1867 hurricane, this Royal Mail Steamer lies in two main sections in relatively shallow water (15-25 metres) near Salt Island. Famous for its intact propeller, swim-through arches, and features like the "lucky porthole," the Rhone is considered one of the Caribbean's best wreck dives. Its tragic history and the encrusting coral and sponges, hosting abundant fish life, create a scene of haunting beauty. Featured in the movie "The Deep," its accessibility makes it popular.