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Tapilon Wreck
Tapilon Wreck is a black-coral wreck off Malapascua.
Boat-access wreck dive with black coral, dense macro life and an advanced profile; best for divers who are comfortable around wreck structure.
About Tapilon Wreck
Tapilon Wreck is a broken WWII Japanese cargo carrier off Malapascua, spread across several sections but still clearly recognizable as a ship. The wreck is covered in black coral and soft coral growth, with dense small-life activity around the structure. It is a classic Malapascua wreck dive for advanced divers who want a boat-access route, a deeper profile and a lot of macro detail. Calm-current days keep it most comfortable, but the open-sea setting means it should still be treated as a serious wreck dive.
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Research Estimate At Tapilon Wreck
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentLight current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Tapilon Wreck?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Tapilon Wreck Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
22m - 29m
Depth Note
The wreck sits in the high 20s and is broken into several sections rather than one intact hull.
Best Season
Year-round; calm days are best.
Typical Conditions
Open-sea wreck with a broken hull, black coral growth and generally manageable current on calmer days.
Safety & Access At Tapilon Wreck
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy tight around the broken sections and only penetrate if you are qualified and briefed to do so.
Access Restrictions
Best for advanced wreck divers; qualified penetration only.
Legal Notes
Use the operator briefing for penetration, wreck handling and any local site rules.
Local Intel For Tapilon Wreck
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Dive the broken wreck as a boat-access wreck session, with optional penetration only for qualified divers and tight buoyancy around the sections.
Wildlife at Tapilon Wreck
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Tapilon Wreck
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Tapilon Wreck
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
