Japanese Wreck
Philippines / Puerto Galera
Japanese Wreck is a wreck diving dive site lead in Puerto Galera, Philippines. The reference depth is 25-42 m, entry is usually by boat dive, and the planning level is best for advanced divers. The source card points to a profile suited to wreck diving, so WhereDive treats it as a planning lead rather than a fully surveyed site record. Confirm tide, visibility, and guide briefing before adding it to an itinerary.
Recommended level
Advanced
Recommended dives
50+
Max depth
42 m
Average depth
42 m
Current
Mild
Visibility
10-25 m
Water temperature
27-30°C
Best months
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec
Best for
Highlights
- • Puerto Galera dive-site lead for wreck diving
- • Reference depth: 25-42 m
- • Entry: boat dive
- • Recommended months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec
- • Likely highlights: coral gardens, reef fish and schooling fish and nudibranchs and macro life
What this page helps you answer
If you are comparing Japanese Wreck by depth, current, visibility, diver level, and itinerary fit, this page gives a faster planning summary than a simple site name list.
Marine life
Dive types
Safety notes
- • Plan conservatively around the 25-42 m reference depth and stay within certification limits.
- • Treat current as mild, but follow tide, captain, and guide briefings on the day.
- • boat dive requires confirming entry, exit, and backup procedures before the dive.
- • This record is reference-derived; verify depth, visibility, and suitability with a local operator before diving.
- • Entry type: Boat.
- • Adjust depth and route based on local guide judgment.
Map and coordinates
Japanese Wreck
13.521, 120.949
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FAQ
Is this dive site suitable for OW divers? +
Japanese Wreck is better for Advanced or more experienced divers. OW divers should choose carefully.
What are the best months to dive here? +
The recommended months for Japanese Wreck are Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec. Confirm current local conditions before booking.
Is the current strong here? +
The current rating is Mild. Tide and operator judgment should guide the final decision.
What marine life can be seen? +
Common highlights include coral, reef fish, nudibranch.