TATSUBATO MARU (PROBABLY)

Best months: Feb–May

Why dive here

With 41+ marine species recorded in the area - including seahorses and sea turtles - TATSUBATO MARU (PROBABLY) offers some of Hoi An & Cu Lao Cham's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 24-31°C, warmest June, August, September.

Best timeFeb–May

WetsuitA 3mm full wetsuit

Marine lifeSeahorses and Sea Turtles · 41+ species recorded

Water24-31°C · warmest June, August, September

CharacterWreck dive · max 8m

The Tatsubato Maru, or what we strongly suspect is the Tatsubato Maru, sits quietly in just 8 meters of water, an easily accessible piece of history off Cu Lao Cham. This steamship, bombed by US carrier aircraft in early 1945, is now an iron skeleton draped in soft corals and home to a surprising number of critters. We often spot moray eels peering from the deeper crevices and schooling snapper congregating around the more intact sections. It’s a gentle dive, perfect for newer wreck enthusiasts or those looking for a relaxed second dive, allowing plenty of time to explore the scattered debris and imagine its past.

Typical TATSUBATO MARU (PROBABLY) 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.

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Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for TATSUBATO MARU (PROBABLY)

TATSUBATO MARU (PROBABLY) Ocean Conditions

Monthly averages for TATSUBATO MARU (PROBABLY), sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (15.95, 108.48) (16km away)