

Best for intermediate divers, 9-36m, boat entry, mild current.
The Fujikawa Maru is a Japanese armed merchant vessel resting on the floor of Chuuk Lagoon. The wreck serves as an artificial reef, with the shallowest structure at 9 metres and the hull reaching 36 metres. Divers experience mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. This site is suitable for intermediate divers, though penetration of the interior requires a torch and reel due to entanglement risks and overhead hazards. Guided tours and equipment rental are available. Night diving is permitted, offering a different perspective on the vessel. Given the depth and overhead environment, advanced and wreck certifications are required for those planning to explore the interior.
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Penetration of the interior carries real entanglement risk and overhead hazards, so a torch and a reel are essential even on guided dives. Guided tours are available on site and are strongly recommended for first-time visits to help you navigate the wreck safely and efficiently.
Located in Chuuk Lagoon, accessible via liveaboard or day trips from dive shops in Weno.
Recorded at this site
Depth
9-36m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Year-round
The wreck sits at depths between 9 and 36 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers and requires advanced and wreck certifications for penetration.
Access to the site is by boat only.
The site is primarily a wreck dive ranging from 9 to 36 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Hazards include entanglement risks within the overhead environment and sharp coral. Divers should monitor their depth gauge and maintain proximity to entry points.
Diving at Fujikawa Maru in Weno requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced, Wreck. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Fujikawa Maru in Weno. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Fujikawa Maru in Weno. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Fujikawa Maru in Weno are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Fujikawa Maru in Weno typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Fujikawa Maru in Weno typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.