

Best for advanced divers, 20-50m, boat entry, moderate current.
Wrasse Strip is a wall and drift dive located at the remote atoll of Layang Layang. The site features a steep wall dropping from 20 metres to depths of 50 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres. Visibility is excellent, typically ranging between 30 and 60 metres. Divers should expect moderate currents and must be prepared for decompression diving and potential nitrogen narcosis. Due to the significant depth and current, this site is suitable only for advanced divers. Boat access is required, and surface marker buoys are essential. Species recorded around this area include various wrasses, groupers, Moorish idols, and reef sharks.
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Plan your dive profile conservatively before you splash: the wall invites depth creep, and before you realise it you can be well past your planned maximum. Carry a surface marker buoy at all times, as current can carry you clear of the boat pick-up point.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
20-50m
Visibility
30-60m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
60 min
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, groupers, Moorish idols, whitetip reef sharks, Indian lionfish, and various angelfish species.
No, Wrasse Strip is intended for advanced divers due to the significant depths, potential for decompression, and moderate currents.
The site ranges from 20 to 50 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located 300 kilometres from shore.
No, this site is a deep wall and drift dive intended for scuba diving.
Diving at Wrasse Strip in Layang Layang requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Wrasse Strip in Layang Layang. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Wrasse Strip in Layang Layang. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
Expect moderate currents at Wrasse Strip in Layang Layang. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Wrasse Strip in Layang Layang typically ranges from 30 metres to 60 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.