MAYA
Protected Area
Marine Reserve No.1
Why dive here
With 57+ marine species recorded in the area - including blacktip reef sharks - MAYA offers some of Subic Bay's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 27-32°C, warmest May, June, July.
The Maya, a motor vessel that sank after an engine room flood in 1977, now sits upright in Subic Bay at 23 metres. It’s a good introductory wreck, compact enough that you can get a real sense of it on a single dive. We often find schooling batfish hanging around the main superstructure and sometimes a few lionfish tucked into the shadier spots. Penetration isn't really an option, but there's plenty to explore externally, tracing the deck and peering into the collapsed wheelhouse. It's an easy dive, often with minimal current, making it suitable for newer wreck divers or anyone looking for a relaxed afternoon exploring a piece of history.
Typical MAYA Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 23m - Advanced Open Water 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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for MAYA
MAYA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for MAYA, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (14.67, 120.67) (22km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 28.8–31.5°C
Current Speed
2.24 cm/s
Direction: NW (296.6°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.071 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
31.3 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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