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Artificial reefs are anthropogenic structures submerged to mimic some attributes of natural reefs and to create dive sites for recreational divers. Here we describe our workflow for 3D mapping of artificial reefs, particularly shipwrecks, and release two 3D models of some of the most epic dive sites in Israel. Our goal is to share our 3D models and protocol with the general public. That will enable the scientific and recreational community to document artificial reefs and use the models in 3D visualization and printing applications, and/or as baselines for further research and monitoring. We envision that these models will be used by divers and 3D printing enthusiasts, dive operators, Non-Governmental Organizations, and government agencies dealing with underwater monitoring and marine spatial planning.