Dona Marilyn Wreck
Protected Area
Mabini, Higatangan Marine Sanctuary
Why dive here
With 87+ marine species recorded in the area - including sea turtles, thresher sharks, lionfish and pufferfish - Dona Marilyn Wreck offers some of Malapascua's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest May, June, July.
The Dona Marilyn wreck is a big one, a 100-meter ferry lying on its starboard side, sunk in a typhoon back in '88. You’ll find it at depths ranging from 18 to 33 meters, making it a dive for those comfortable with a bit of depth. We've often seen marble rays gliding over the decks, and the penetration points offer some interesting swims through old corridors if you're experienced and have good buoyancy. For those less keen on going inside, the exterior still provides plenty to explore, with lionfish frequently hanging out in the darker recesses. It's a sombre but compelling dive, usually with mild currents.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Dona Marilyn Wreck
Dona Marilyn Wreck Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Dona Marilyn Wreck, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (11.45, 124.02) (6km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 29.3–31.5°C
Current Speed
8.25 cm/s
Direction: S (194°)
Salinity
33.75 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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