ASIA INDONESIA (POSSIBLY)
Protected Area
Olango Island Wildlife Sanctuary
Why dive here
With 554+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blacktip reef sharks, blue-spotted stingrays, manta rays and mobula rays (devil rays) - ASIA INDONESIA (POSSIBLY) offers some of Visayas's richest wreck diving. Water sits around 28°C.
Asia Indonesia isn't a deep dive, bottoming out around 11 metres, but it offers a fantastic wreck experience for that depth. This old ferry, sunk by Typhoon Ike in '84, lies on its side, mostly intact, though time and current have started to open her up. We love poking around the open cargo holds, where schools of batfish often hang out, seemingly suspended in the dim light. Look closely at the hull; there are often nudibranchs, particularly along the deck railings. Entry to the wreck's interior is possible for trained wreck divers, but even exploring the exterior is a treat. Keep an eye out for lionfish tucked into shadowy corners and the occasional moray eel peering from a porthole. For divers wanting to experience a historical wreck without the depth, Asia Indonesia is a brilliant choice. We'd suggest going in the morning; the visibility tends to be better before the boat traffic picks up.
Typical ASIA INDONESIA (POSSIBLY) Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
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.
ASIA INDONESIA (POSSIBLY) Wreck History
Year Sunk
1984
Vessel Type
ferry
Cause
storm
The Asia Indonesia has a peculiar history of sinking not once, but twice. This 46-meter ferry first went down off the coast of Cebu City in July 1984. However, salvage crews successfully refloated the vessel, and she was brought to shore awaiting repairs. Her story wasn't over yet. Before she could be made seaworthy again, the powerful Typhoon Ike struck the Philippines in September 1984. The storm's fury was too much for the damaged ship, and the Asia Indonesia sank for a second and final time.
Today, she rests in the calm, shallow waters of the Visayas at just 11 meters. Her accessible depth makes her an excellent site for novice wreck divers and photographers who can take advantage of the abundant natural light. Over the decades, the structure has transformed into a thriving artificial reef, offering a gentle introduction to the unique history and marine life that wrecks can harbor.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for ASIA INDONESIA (POSSIBLY)
ASIA INDONESIA (POSSIBLY) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for ASIA INDONESIA (POSSIBLY), sourced from NOAA buoy data - nearest station: Open-Meteo grid (10.51, 123.91) (0km away)
August Averages
Sea Temperature
27.79°C
82°F
Air Temperature
24.87°C
77°F
Wind Speed
3.21 m/s
6.2 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1010.4 hPa
Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC
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