

Best for advanced divers, 22-38m, boat entry, moderate current.
The Akitsushima is a Japanese seaplane tender wreck located in Coron, Philippines. Resting at depths between 22 and 38 metres, this site is strictly for advanced divers with wreck certification. The hull remains largely intact, offering opportunities for penetration, though the overhead environment requires precise buoyancy control and a torch. Visibility typically ranges from 5 to 20 metres, and moderate currents can shift unpredictably around the superstructure. Access is by boat only, and divers should be cautious of sharp metal edges and entanglement risks throughout the structure. The wreck serves as an artificial reef, supporting various marine life within its complex framework.
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Current direction tends to shift around the wreck's superstructure, so discuss the planned entry point and exit strategy with your guide before descending. Sharp metal edges throughout the wreck make close contact a real risk, so reef hooks are worth carrying to hold position without touching.
Access from the shore.
Recorded at this site
Depth
22-38m
Visibility
5-20m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
30 min
Best Time
Year-round
The wreck lies at depths between 22 and 38 metres, with an average depth of 28 metres.
No, this site is strictly for advanced divers. A wreck certification is required due to the depth and overhead environment.
Access is by boat only. You must book your dive through a local dive operator in the Coron area.
Hazards include deep water, overhead environments, entanglement risks, sharp metal edges, strong currents, and active boat traffic upon surfacing.
No, this is a deep wreck dive intended for advanced divers and is not suitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Akitsushima in Coron requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced, Wreck. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Akitsushima in Coron. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Akitsushima in Coron 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.
Expect moderate currents at Akitsushima in Coron. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Akitsushima in Coron typically ranges from 5 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.