

Best for advanced divers, 21-50m, boat entry, mild current.
The Nippo Maru is a Japanese fleet wreck sunk during Operation Hailstone in 1944, resting in Chuuk Lagoon. The site lies at depths between 21 and 50 metres, with an average depth of 32 metres. Access is by boat only, located 5000 metres from shore. Divers encounter mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. The wreck features overhead environments and sharp structures, requiring advanced certification and careful buoyancy control. Divers should carry primary and backup torches for hull penetration. The habitat supports various reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region. Hazards include deep water, entanglement risks, sharp coral, and the presence of sharks.
7.38305, 151.91888
The Type 95 Ha-Go light tank on the port side of the foredeck is the most photographed wreck detail.
Open access.
Recorded at this site
Depth
21-50m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
30 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Dec
No, this site is for advanced divers due to the depth, overhead environments, and potential for entanglement.
The wreck rests at depths between 21 and 50 metres, with an average depth of 32 metres.
This is a boat dive located 5000 metres from shore.
The site supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates common to the region.
No, this site is intended for advanced scuba diving due to the significant depth of the wreck.
Diving at Nippo Maru in Weno requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced, Wreck, Nitrox, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Nippo Maru in Weno. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Nippo Maru in Weno are January, February, March, April, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Nippo Maru in Weno typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Nippo Maru in Weno typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.