

Best for advanced divers, 12-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
SMS Cormoran is a German merchant raider scuttled in 1917, resting in Apra Harbor at depths between 12 and 40 metres. The wreck lies alongside the Tokai Maru, with both vessels accessible to divers at a depth of approximately 29 metres. This site is reserved for advanced divers due to the overhead environment, potential for nitrogen narcosis, and deep water. Visibility ranges from 6 to 37 metres, and moderate currents are common. Access is strictly by boat, and divers must remain vigilant regarding boat traffic in the harbour. Water temperatures remain consistent throughout the year, typically between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius.
13.45938, 144.65684
Use the mooring line to guide your descent until the ship is visible due to potential low visibility.
Boat dive access only.
Recorded at this site
Depth
12-40m
Visibility
6-37m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov, Dec
No, this site is intended for advanced divers only due to the depth, overhead environment, and potential hazards.
The wreck lies at depths ranging from 12 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 27 metres.
Access to the SMS Cormoran is by boat only.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic, deep water, low visibility, nitrogen narcosis, and the overhead environment of the wreck.
Diving at SMS Cormoran in Piti requires the following certifications: Wreck. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at SMS Cormoran in Piti. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit SMS Cormoran in Piti are January, February, March, April, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at SMS Cormoran in Piti. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at SMS Cormoran in Piti typically ranges from 6 metres to 37 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.