

Best for advanced divers, 17-33m, boat entry, moderate current.
The Dona Marilyn is a 100-metre passenger ferry wreck resting on its starboard side at depths between 17 and 33 metres. Located 32 kilometres from shore, this site requires a boat for access and is suited for advanced divers due to the deep, overhead environment and potential for moderate currents. Divers should be aware of entanglement hazards throughout the structure. Visibility at the site typically ranges from 18 to 32 metres, with water temperatures remaining warm between 28 and 31C. The wreck, which sank over 20 years ago, offers a significant historical dive experience in the Visayas region.
11.35361, 124.10019
The wreck is a 98m long former ferry that sank in October 1988 during a typhoon while sailing from Manila to Cebu.
The site is not a shore dive and requires a boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
17-33m
Visibility
18-32m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Dec
No, this site is designated for advanced divers due to the depth, overhead environment, and potential for moderate currents.
The wreck lies at depths ranging from 17 to 33 metres, with an average depth of 33 metres.
The Dona Marilyn is a boat dive located 32 kilometres from shore.
The best months to visit this site are May and December.
Divers should be prepared for deep water, entanglement risks, overhead environments, and moderate currents.
Diving at Dona Marilyn Wreck in Malapascua Island requires the following certifications: Advanced, Wreck. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Dona Marilyn Wreck in Malapascua Island. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
Expect moderate currents at Dona Marilyn Wreck in Malapascua Island. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Dona Marilyn Wreck in Malapascua Island typically ranges from 18 metres to 32 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.