Welcome to the underwater paradise of Coron, Palawan, where a world of awe-inspiring marine wonders awaits every scuba enthusiast. Nestled in the heart of the Philippines, Coron boasts a collection of PADI dive sites that are nothing short of extraordinary, making it a premier destination for divers seeking both thrill and tranquility beneath the surface.
Immerse yourself in the vibrant and diverse underwater landscapes that define Coron's appeal. From vibrant coral gardens to towering limestone formations, every dive promises a visual feast. Explore the remnants of World War II, including well-preserved Japanese warships and gunboats submerged beneath the waves. These historical artifacts have become artificial reefs, providing a unique backdrop for underwater exploration and photography.
Lusong Gunboat was a support gunboat from the Japanese imperial navy in WW2.
It is 25m long and sits on a reef between 0 and 10m deep. Surrounded by a healthy coral
reef you can dive here with open water certificate and also possible while doing a discover scuba dive.
Teru Kaze was a submarine hunter from the Japanese imperial navy during WW2. It is 45m long and lies almost upright against a reef. The bow is at 3m and the stern is at 18m. You can dive here with open water certificate and is also possible while doing a discover scuba dive.
Morazan was an auxiliary cargo ship from the Japanese imperial navy during WW2. It is 110m long and lies in the capsized position with the hull at 12m and the sandy bottom at
24m. You can dive here with open water certificate and above.
Irako was a refrigerated food supply ship from the Japanese Imperial navy during WW2. It is 147m long and lies in the upright position with the main deck at 30m and the sandy bottom at 45m. To dive here Deep diver certification is required.
Olympia was an auxiliary cargo ship from Japanese imperial navy during WW2. Olympia is 128m long and lies in the upright position with the main deck at 20m and the sandy bottom at 32m. You can dive here with open water certificate and above.
Kogyo maru was a construction supply ship from the Japanese imperial navy during WW2.
Kogyo is 141m long and lies in the capsized position with the hull at 22m and the sandy bottom at 34m.
To dive here Advanced Certification is required.
Okikawa was an oil tanker from the Japanese imperial navy during WW2. Okikawa is 160m long and lies in the upright position with the main deck at 13m and the sandy bottom at 26m. To dive here advanced certificate is required.
Akitsushima was a seaplane tender from the Japanese imperial navy during WW2 and is the only ship
here classed as a warship.
Akitsushima is 118m long and lies in the capsized position with the hull at 22m and the sandy bottom at
36m. To dive here advanced certificate is required.
Barracuda lake is a very unique diving experience. The lake is situated on Coron Island and is accessed by 20 steps over the limestone rocks. The dive is unique because the lake has multiple layers of water with different densities and temperatures. The stunning limestone cliff formations likened to a Gothic cathedral can be seem rising from the depths out of the lake. You can dive here with open water certificate and above.
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