ASIAN LOGGER
Protected Area
Mangrove Areas from Del Pilar River to Palita Island, Bo. Salvacion and Dahican Magrove Swamp Forest Reserve
Why dive here
With 87+ marine species recorded in the area - including clownfish, lionfish and pufferfish - ASIAN LOGGER offers some of Anilao's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest May, June, July.
The Asian Logger, sitting around 40 metres, is a proper dive, not just a quick peek. We love this old carrier, sunk back in '72, because it feels like stepping into a time capsule. Built in '39, she’s seen a lot, and now she’s a home for all sorts of critters. You’ll drop down onto the deck, usually with a fair bit of current sweeping past, so be ready to hold on. The bow points slightly upwards, and you can still make out the cargo holds, now colonised by thick sponges and colourful crinoids. Swim through the main superstructure, where schools of fusiliers swirl, occasionally parting to reveal a grumpy stonefish or a well-camouflaged scorpionfish tucked into a corner. We've found frogfish here more than once, just chilling on the encrusted metal. Our favourite part is the stern, where the prop is still mostly intact, drawing in batfish and barracuda. It’s a deep dive, definitely one for experienced wreck enthusiasts who appreciate history and don't mind a bit of a current. Go early in the morning for the best light, though the thermocline can be a bit bracing.
Typical ASIAN LOGGER 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 (40m) - 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.
ASIAN LOGGER Wreck History
Year Sunk
1972
Vessel Type
cargo ship
Cause
collision
The Asian Logger had a long and storied career, having been built in 1939 and serving for over three decades. In February 1972, while on a cargo run from Burdeos to Manila for the Ravago Commercial Company, her long service came to an abrupt end. The vessel struck an unidentified submerged object, sustaining critical damage. As water poured into the hull, the crew made a valiant last-ditch effort to save their ship by deliberately beaching it. Unfortunately, their efforts were in vain, and the vessel was lost.
Now located at a depth of 40 meters in the famously biodiverse waters of Anilao, the Asian Logger is a premier technical wreck dive. Its depth places it beyond the limits of standard recreational diving, attracting experienced divers equipped for decompression. The wreck is a fascinating time capsule, offering glimpses of a mid-20th-century cargo ship. Over the years, it has been completely enveloped by marine life, with deep-water corals and schools of fish making their home on this piece of maritime history.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for ASIAN LOGGER
ASIAN LOGGER Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for ASIAN LOGGER, sourced from Copernicus Marine satellite data
August Averages
Sea Temperature
29.77°C
86°F
Current Speed
19.03 cm/s
Direction: E (93°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.063 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
32.62 PSU
Data sources: Copernicus Marine Service (EU)
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