U 859
Why dive here
With 177+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, giant moray eels, whale sharks, clownfish and pufferfish - U 859 offers some of Koh Lanta & Phi Phi's richest wreck diving.
The U 859, a German Type IXD2 submarine, rests upright at 23 meters and makes for a really interesting dive. She went down in 1944, torpedoed by a British submarine, and at 87.5 meters long, there’s plenty to explore. We often find the bow section most intriguing, with the torpedo tubes still visible, now home to schools of snapper and barracuda. Look closely and you’ll spot lionfish tucked into crevices and perhaps a turtle cruising overhead. It’s a solid wreck dive, suitable for advanced open water divers comfortable with deeper sites.
Typical U 859 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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