MV PRINCESS OF THE STARS
Why dive here
With 135+ marine species recorded in the area - including napoleon wrasse and pufferfish - MV PRINCESS OF THE STARS offers some of Donsol & Sorsogon's richest wreck diving. Water sits around 27°C.
The MV Princess of the Stars isn't just another wreck dive; it's a sobering visit to a significant piece of modern history. This roll-on roll-off ferry, tragically sunk in 2008, lies upright in just 12 metres of water. We love that it’s so accessible, making it a powerful experience even for newer wreck divers, though the story behind it certainly gives you pause. Descending onto the superstructure, you’ll find parts of the bridge and passenger decks still discernible. Corals have started to bloom across the metal, and schools of fusiliers often swirl around the upper sections. Look closely and you might spot lionfish nestled in shadowy corners, or a grumpy stonefish camouflaged on a horizontal surface. It's a sombre site, but the marine life reclaiming it offers a strange beauty. We'd suggest going on a calm day; while the depth is shallow, strong currents can occasionally make the swim-throughs trickier. It’s a dive that stays with you, more for its story and atmosphere than just the sheer volume of fish.
Typical MV PRINCESS OF THE STARS 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.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for MV PRINCESS OF THE STARS
MV PRINCESS OF THE STARS Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for MV PRINCESS OF THE STARS, sourced from NOAA buoy data - nearest station: Open-Meteo grid (12.56, 124.34) (0km away)
August Averages
Sea Temperature
27.08°C
81°F
Air Temperature
27.59°C
82°F
Wind Speed
4.84 m/s
9.4 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1008.9 hPa
Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC
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