Tasmin Flying Plane
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 - Tasmin Flying Plane offers some of Port Vila & Efate's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 26-29°C, warmest January, February, March.
The Tasmin Flying Plane wreck sits just outside Port Vila Harbour, a solid pick for an easy afternoon dive. We found the plane reasonably intact, mostly the fuselage and wings, providing plenty of nooks for exploring. Lionfish often shelter in the cockpit, and we’ve spotted moray eels peeking from beneath the wings. It’s not a deep dive, making it ideal for newer wreck divers or anyone looking for a relaxed second tank with good visibility. While not huge, the site offers a nice glimpse into Vanuatu’s underwater history, a good warm-up before hitting some of the bigger wrecks.
Typical Tasmin Flying Plane Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Nearest Dive Centres to Tasmin Flying Plane
Dive shops near Tasmin Flying Plane
Tranquility Island Resort
Big Blue Dive Shop
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Hideaway Dive Shop
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Tasmin Flying Plane
Tasmin Flying Plane Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Tasmin Flying Plane, 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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