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Dive Spot Guide•
Australian Wreck
Tilted WWII wreck in Labuan Marine Park, Malaysia
Local operator required
Labuan wreck dives are typically run as guided boat trips with local operators.
Boat-only wreck dive with tilted-hull swim-throughs, macro life, and conditions better suited to experienced guided divers.
About Australian Wreck
A tilted WWII wreck in Labuan Marine Park, the Australian Wreck rewards divers who like atmosphere over easy sightseeing. The hull lies on its side and creates dramatic swim-throughs, while the wreck itself attracts coral growth, smaller reef life, and regular macro subjects. It suits guided boat dives and divers comfortable with deeper wreck profiles.
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Research Estimate At Australian Wreck
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 10m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentLight current
Where Is Australian Wreck?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Australian Wreck Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
20m - 28m
Depth Note
Tilted wreck with upper hull around 20 m and deeper sections around 28 m; some directory references round it deeper.
Best Season
Year-round, with March to May usually clearest.
Typical Conditions
Warm water, variable visibility, and mild-to-moderate currents; plan around the day's boat and water movement.
Safety & Access At Australian Wreck
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
The wreck structure creates an overhead environment; use appropriate wreck-diving procedures and training.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; guided wreck diving recommended.
Legal Notes
Follow marine-park rules and operator briefings. Do not penetrate the wreck without appropriate overhead training and gear.
Local Intel For Australian Wreck
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Boat-access wreck with tilted-hull swim-throughs, and a profile that suits wreck-specialty or Advanced Open Water divers.
Freediving
Not a practical freedive target; this is a scuba wreck with deeper profiles and overhead sections.
Snorkeling
Not a practical snorkel site; surface viewing won't reach the wreck in any meaningful way.
Wildlife at Australian Wreck
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Australian Wreck
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Australian Wreck
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility10m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
