Delsan Wreck
Protected Area
Tubbataha Reefs National Marine Park
Why dive here
With 477+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blacktip reef sharks, blue-spotted stingrays, dolphins and eagle rays - Delsan Wreck offers some of Tubbataha Reef's richest wreck diving.
The Delsan Wreck, sitting upright at 29 metres, is one of those sites that just feels right for Tubbataha. It’s not some ancient Galleon, but a modern freighter, sunk in the late 1980s. That relatively recent sinking means a wreck that’s still very much a wreck, yet also wonderfully colonised. We love that balance. You get the thrill of exploring cargo holds and machinery, while also finning past schooling fusiliers and trevally that use the superstructure for shelter. Our favourite part is always the bow, where the chain locker offers a gloomy, atmospheric swim-through, often with a white-tip reef shark curled up inside. The current can pick up here, pushing you gently along the deck, which is perfect for lazy drift dives past the wheelhouse. Keep an eye out for giant groupers lurking in the shadows and massive schools of snappers that swirl around the masts. It’s an intermediate dive, really, because of that depth and potential for current, but the wreck itself is open and relatively easy to navigate. A fantastic combination of history and healthy reef life.
Typical Delsan Wreck 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 29m - 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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