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Chien Tong, wreck
Chien Tong: upright wreck and night-dive turtle hotel.
Local operator required
Local dive operators run the short boat access and the night-dive schedule.
Boat-access wreck on St. Eustatius with an upright hull, easy navigation, and a strong night-dive reputation for turtles and other reef life.
About Chien Tong, wreck
The Chien Tong, also known locally as the turtle hotel wreck, is an upright former Taiwanese trawler off St. Eustatius that now serves as a classic boat-access wreck dive. It is a strong choice for night dives and controlled daytime wreck exploration, with sea fans, sponges, orange cup coral, turtles, barracuda, rays, crabs, and morays around the hull. The route is straightforward, but the wreck profile and overhead sections still make it a proper scuba site rather than a casual swim-around.
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Research Estimate At Chien Tong, wreck
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentLight current
Where Is Chien Tong, wreck?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Chien Tong, wreck Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
15m - 22m
Depth Note
The top of the wreck is around 15m, with the hull reaching about 22m.
Best Season
Year-round, with night dives being the signature visit.
Typical Conditions
Upright wreck on sand with sea fans, sponges, and an easy-to-read hull; current can run over the top on some days.
Safety & Access At Chien Tong, wreck
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
As a wreck dive, maintain awareness of structure and avoid entering enclosed areas without appropriate training and equipment.
Access Restrictions
Boat access via local St. Eustatius dive operators.
Legal Notes
Use operator guidance for wreck navigation and any penetration; follow local marine-park rules.
Local Intel For Chien Tong, wreck
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Boat wreck dive on an upright trawler with a clear hull outline and standout night-dive appeal.
Freediving
Not a freedive site; the wreck depth and overhead features make it scuba territory.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site.
Wildlife at Chien Tong, wreck
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Chien Tong, wreck
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Chien Tong, wreck
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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