SHINAGAWA MARU
Protected Area
Đảo Phú Quý
Why dive here
With 176+ marine species recorded in the area - including giant moray eels, sea turtles and pufferfish - SHINAGAWA MARU offers some of Nha Trang's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 25-31°C, warmest May, June, September.
Dropping down to the Shinagawa Maru, you hit the bow first, sitting upright at 37 metres. This old dredge, sunk in '67, isn't a massive warship, but it’s a proper wreck dive, not just some scattered debris. We usually explore the holds, which are open enough for comfortable penetration, and we’ve found some decent-sized groupers holed up inside. The hull is a habitat now, encrusted with colourful sponges and soft corals, attracting schools of snappers and fusiliers. It's a solid dive for experienced wreck enthusiasts looking for something beyond a reef, just be mindful of your bottom time at that depth.
Typical SHINAGAWA MARU Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Deep dive (37m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced 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 SHINAGAWA MARU
SHINAGAWA MARU Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SHINAGAWA MARU, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (12.34, 109.32) (19km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 28–31.8°C
Current Speed
1.41 cm/s
Direction: SE (135°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.104 mg/m³
Clear water
Salinity
31.6 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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