Prony Bay, New Caledonia
    Parc du lagon sud: Ilot Amedee et Grand Recif Abore

    Toho V (Wreck)

    Best months: Dec–Apr

    Protected Area

    Parc du lagon sud: Ilot Amedee et Grand Recif Abore

    Why dive here

    With 73+ marine species recorded in the area - including dugongs, great white sharks, humpback whales and sperm whales - Toho V (Wreck) offers some of Prony Bay's richest reef diving. Water ranges 22-27°C, warmest January, February, March.

    Best timeDec–Apr
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeDugongs, Great White Sharks, Humpback Whales and Sperm Whales · 73+ species recorded
    Water22-27°C · warmest January, February, March
    CharacterReef dive
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    The Toho V isn't just a sunken boat; it's a bustling apartment block for a huge array of fish, and we love it for its approachability. Dropped intentionally, this 55-meter longliner sits upright on a sandy bottom at 20 meters, practically inviting you inside. We always find the wheelhouse and engine room offer fantastic swim-throughs, especially with a good torch to pick out the detail – look for the big groupers lurking in the shadows. What makes it special for us is how quickly marine life has taken over. You'll find schools of fusiliers so thick they practically obscure the wreck in places, and we've seen everything from black angelfish to spotted groupers. Dive in April, and the wreck completely vanishes under a shimmering cloud of juvenile fish – it’s genuinely spectacular. While the resident lionfish are pretty, just remember to keep a respectful distance. This site is a brilliant choice for wreck novices and experienced divers alike, offering easy penetration and plenty of life without being overly demanding.

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    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Toho V (Wreck)

    Toho V (Wreck) Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Toho V (Wreck), sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-22.43, 166.43) (4km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    23°C

    74°F · Range: 21.8–26.2°C

    Current Speed

    6.71 cm/s

    Direction: SW (206.6°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.061 mg/m³

    Very clear (oligotrophic)

    Salinity

    35.39 PSU

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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