Operator overview describing Fisherman Wreck as a good first wreck dive for Open Water divers.
Fisherman Wreck
Easy first wreck dive with fish life around an upright boat.
Local operator required
This site is normally scheduled as a local guided boat wreck dive.
About Fisherman Wreck
Fisherman Wreck is a small upright fishing-boat wreck off Tenggol Island that gives newer wreck divers an approachable first look at structure diving without a very deep profile. The wreck is usually chosen for its easy recreational depth, sheltering fish life, and photogenic marine growth rather than for penetration-style wreck exploration.
Research Estimate At Fisherman Wreck
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Where Is Fisherman Wreck?
Fisherman Wreck Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
Up to 18m
Depth Note
The wreck sits at a depth of up to 18 m.
Best Season
Fisherman Wreck is most reliable during the main east-coast dive season, when Tenggol operations are open and conditions are steadier outside the northeast monsoon.
Typical Conditions
Expect an easy recreational wreck dive with workable visibility on settled days, a simple upright profile, and fish life concentrated around the structure.
Safety & Access At Fisherman Wreck
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
As a wreck site, be mindful of overhead areas and maintain good buoyancy and awareness around the structure.
Access Restrictions
Fisherman Wreck is normally dived by boat through local operators rather than by independent entry, with trip timing depending on weather and sea state.
Legal Notes
Marine park protections and local wreck-diving procedures apply in the Tenggol area, so divers should follow site briefings and avoid disturbing the structure or marine life.
Local Intel For Fisherman Wreck
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
An upright wreck with a maximum depth around 18 m, suited to divers new to wreck diving.
Freedive
The wreck is mainly treated as a scuba site rather than a routine freedive location because the structure sits below typical casual breath-hold depth.
Snorkel
Fisherman Wreck is not generally treated as a snorkel site because the main structure sits below the surface and is best appreciated on scuba.
Fisherman Wreck Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Fisherman Wreck
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Recent Logged Visits At Fisherman Wreck
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Fisherman Wreck
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Fisherman Wreck Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Fisherman Wreck Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
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