LB 1015 - Subic Bay

Okay, so the LB 1015. It’s a barge, right? And usually, a barge doesn’t get us too excited. But this isn't just any barge; it's a piece of Subic Bay's wartime history, scuttled after World War II to clear the bay. At 27 meters, it’s an easy dive for anyone comfortable with a bit of depth. What we love about the LB 1015 is its character. It lies upright, relatively intact, giving you a real sense of its former life. We've spent dives just poking around the deck, imagining what cargo it once carried. The structure itself is a magnet for life. You’ll find lionfish tucked into every crevice, their fins fanning out as you approach, and schools of snapper often hang motionless over the deck. Look closely, and you’ll spot nudibranchs inching their way across the metal, adding splashes of unexpected colour. For photographers, the light playing through the superstructure can create some moody, evocative shots, especially if you catch it on a sunny morning. We’d suggest going early; sometimes the visibility is better before the boat traffic picks up. It’s a solid Subic wreck that sometimes gets overlooked, but it’s one of our favourites for a relaxed, historical exploration dive.

Location
Subic Bay, Philippines, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
14.528334, 120.795000
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
27m

Marine Protected Area: Marine Reserve No.1

Best Time to Dive in Subic Bay

The warmest water temperatures in Subic Bay occur in May, averaging 31.4°C. The coolest conditions are in February at 28.2°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 28.4°C
  • February: 28.2°C
  • March: 29.4°C
  • April: 30.5°C
  • May: 31.4°C
  • June: 31.3°C
  • July: 30.8°C
  • August: 29.8°C
  • September: 30.0°C
  • October: 30.4°C
  • November: 30.4°C
  • December: 29.4°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Subic Bay

Nearest Dive Centres to LB 1015

Marine Life in Subic Bay

Home to 63 recorded species including 49 reef fish, 6 seagrass & algae, 5 hard corals, 2 sharks & rays, 1 sea snails & nudibranchs.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for LB 1015

Based on average water temperature of 30.0°C, currents 3 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 30°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