DON ENRIQUE - Malapascua

The Don Enrique wreck isn't Malapascua’s biggest, but it's got character. We love how the story of its fiery end in 1964 just adds to the atmosphere as you descend. It’s a shallow dive, with the top of the wreck starting around 12 metres, making it perfect for longer bottom times and less demanding on air. You’ll find the wreck largely intact, though time and the ocean have certainly taken their toll. Penetration is possible in a few spots, but we’d suggest sticking to the exterior unless you’re wreck-trained and familiar with the layout. The bow is often the most interesting section, with schools of batfish circling overhead and the occasional reef shark gliding past in the blue. Keep an eye out for nudibranchs and flatworms, especially on the more sheltered parts of the hull. We've often found lionfish tucked into crevices, their spines fanned out. It’s a great second dive after a morning thresher shark encounter, offering a completely different feel and a chance to truly relax and explore.

Location
Malapascua, Philippines, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
11.250000, 123.700000
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
0m

Marine Protected Area: Sagay Marine Reserve

Best Time to Dive in Malapascua

The warmest water temperatures in Malapascua occur in June, averaging 29.9°C. The coolest conditions are in February at 27.1°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 27.5°C
  • February: 27.1°C
  • March: 27.6°C
  • April: 28.3°C
  • May: 29.6°C
  • June: 29.9°C
  • July: 29.6°C
  • August: 29.6°C
  • September: 29.8°C
  • October: 29.6°C
  • November: 29.2°C
  • December: 28.6°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Malapascua

Nearest Dive Centres to DON ENRIQUE

Marine Life in Malapascua

Home to 88 recorded species including 72 reef fish, 5 crabs & lobsters, 5 sharks & rays, 2 other, 2 sea snails & nudibranchs, 1 seagrass & algae.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for DON ENRIQUE

Based on average water temperature of 28.9°C, currents 15 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 29°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories