STAR OF RUSSIA/OERU(POSSIBLY)
Protected Area
Erakor and Empten Lagoon
Why dive here
With 306+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dugongs, dwarf minke whales, eagle rays and giant moray eels - STAR OF RUSSIA/OERU(POSSIBLY) offers some of Port Vila & Efate's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 26-29°C, warmest January, February, March.
The Star of Russia, or possibly the Oeru depending on who you ask, is a deep wreck sitting upright in Port Vila Harbour at 34m. This three-masted sailing ship is largely intact, with her masts collapsed across the deck and a small wheelhouse still visible. It’s a dive for experienced wreck enthusiasts, offering a glimpse into early 20th-century maritime history, with pelagics often cruising by. The low light at depth creates a suitably atmospheric dive, though it's classified as dangerous due to its age and depth.
Typical STAR OF RUSSIA/OERU(POSSIBLY) Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Deep dive (34m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced certification recommended.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to STAR OF RUSSIA/OERU(POSSIBLY)
Dive shops near STAR OF RUSSIA/OERU(POSSIBLY)
Tranquility Island Resort
Big Blue Dive Shop
Gone Diving Vanuatu
Hideaway Dive Shop
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for STAR OF RUSSIA/OERU(POSSIBLY)
STAR OF RUSSIA/OERU(POSSIBLY) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for STAR OF RUSSIA/OERU(POSSIBLY), sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-17.71, 168.26) (1km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
27°C
80°F · Range: 25.6–28°C
Air Temperature
24°C
76°F
Wind Speed
5.5 m/s
10.7 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1013.1 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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