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El Capitan (USS Majaba)

Large upright WWII wreck in Subic Bay with easy boat access.

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Reached by boat in Subic Bay, El Capitan suits divers who want an accessible wreck profile with mild current, moderate fish life, and visibility that is often greener than oceanic sites.

About El Capitan (USS Majaba)

El Capitan (USS Majaba) is a large upright World War II wreck in Subic Bay, resting on a silty slope with open deck lines, cargo spaces, and an easy exterior route around the hull. It is one of the bay's classic introductory wreck dives, combining straightforward boat access and generally mild conditions with schools of batfish, sweepers, jacks, and other reef life that gather around the structure.

Research Estimate At El Capitan (USS Majaba)

Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.

VisibilityVisibility: 8m
AccessModerate entry effort
Marine LifeAverage variety
Current StrengthNo current

Where Is El Capitan (USS Majaba)?

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El Capitan (USS Majaba) Planning Details

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Reported Depth

20m+

Depth Note

Located on a shallow reef slope around 20 m deep; the wreck is often visible from the surface even in murky visibility.

Typical Conditions

Murky visibility is common, but the wreck can often still be seen from the surface.

Safety & Access At El Capitan (USS Majaba)

Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.

Key Hazards

Low visibilityOverhead environment

Safety Notes

Treat this as a low-visibility wreck dive. Stay outside enclosed spaces unless properly trained for penetration, carry a light, and keep close buddy contact around silt and overhead structure.

Local Intel For El Capitan (USS Majaba)

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Scuba

Suitable for divers of every level, with the wreck sitting around 20 m depth.

El Capitan (USS Majaba) Dive Conditions Planner

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Exposure Profile at El Capitan (USS Majaba)

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Recent Logged Visits At El Capitan (USS Majaba)

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Dive Spot Log Averages At El Capitan (USS Majaba)

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Avg. Visibility8m
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El Capitan (USS Majaba) Guide - Frequently Asked Questions

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El Capitan (USS Majaba) Guide - Sources and Updates

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Research Sources

subicdive.com · Operator

Additional local operator source supporting the site's identity as a Subic Bay wreck dive.

Spot-specific operator page covering upright wreck identity, boat diving, visibility, and mild current.

www.divein.com · Editorial

Independent site profile used for wreck scale, fish life, and approachable wreck characterization.

Subic operator overview confirming wreck popularity and common fish around the structure.

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