Can I free dive or snorkel Kawanashi “Mavis“ Seaplane # 2 (Wreck)?

No. The wreck sits well beyond practical snorkel range and is built for scuba rather than breath-hold diving.

Do I need a local operator for Kawanashi “Mavis“ Seaplane # 2 (Wreck)?

Yes. Boat access and local operator guidance are the normal way to reach and plan the wreck.

How clear is Kawanashi “Mavis“ Seaplane # 2 (Wreck)?

A fair working baseline is around 15 m, with wreck visibility often reported in the 10-20 m range.

How deep is Kawanashi “Mavis“ Seaplane # 2 (Wreck)?

Tulagi-area Mavis wrecks are reported in a roughly 20-35 m band, with the most intact examples around 29 m.

Is Kawanashi “Mavis“ Seaplane # 2 (Wreck) suitable for beginners?

It is better for intermediate divers who are comfortable with a deeper wreck profile and a guided boat setup.

What can I see at Kawanashi “Mavis“ Seaplane # 2 (Wreck)?

Expect coral growth on the wreck and reef life such as seahorses, pipefish, nudibranchs, scorpionfish, and anemonefish.

What kind of dive is Kawanashi “Mavis“ Seaplane # 2 (Wreck)?

It is a Tulagi-area WWII seaplane wreck dive with a boat approach, deeper profile, and enough coral growth to make it a proper wreck-and-reef stop.

What should I watch out for at Kawanashi “Mavis“ Seaplane # 2 (Wreck)?

Depth and boat logistics are the main issues, so keep within no-decompression limits and follow the guide brief.

Kawanashi “Mavis“ Seaplane # 2 (Wreck)

Kawanashi Mavis #2, a Tulagi seaplane wreck.

Scuba DivingBoatIntermediate20m - 35m

DeepWreck

Local operator required

Local operators are the normal way to plan the wreck and combine it with other Tulagi sites.

Boat-access WWII seaplane wreck off Tulagi, with a deeper profile, coral growth, and a guided wreck-diving setup.

About Kawanashi “Mavis“ Seaplane # 2 (Wreck)

Kawanashi Mavis #2 is a Tulagi-area WWII seaplane wreck with coral growth, a deeper profile, and enough structure to reward a careful guided boat dive. It suits divers who want history, wreck detail, and reef life in one stop, rather than a quick shallow sightseeing pass. Plan for depth, boat logistics, and the local visibility window.

Safety & Access

Site Conditions

Boat trafficRestricted access

Safety Notes

Depth and boat logistics are the main issues; keep the dive inside your no-decompression limits and follow the guide brief.

Access Restrictions

Boat access only; local operator guidance is the normal way to reach and plan the wreck.

Legal Notes

Follow Tulagi-area boat, wreck, and island permissions.

Where Is Kawanashi “Mavis“ Seaplane # 2 (Wreck)?

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Local Intel For Kawanashi “Mavis“ Seaplane # 2 (Wreck)

Community notes to help plan your visit.

Scuba Diving

Boat-based wreck diving with enough depth for a deliberate profile and the structure to reward a slow, guided look around the aircraft.

Freediving

Not a freedive target; the depth and wreck profile are built for scuba.

Snorkeling

Not a snorkel site; the main wreck sits well beyond practical snorkel range.

Wildlife at Kawanashi “Mavis“ Seaplane # 2 (Wreck)

Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.

saltwater-fishes

Clownfish

seahorses-and-pipefishes

Common Seahorse

Hippocampus kuda

molluscs

Nudibranch

seahorses-and-pipefishes

Pipefish

saltwater-fishes

Scorpionfish

Scorpaenidae

Research Estimate At Kawanashi “Mavis“ Seaplane # 2 (Wreck)

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

Avg. Visibility15m

Access3/5 · Moderate entry effort

Coral4/5 · Healthy coral

Aquatic Life4/5 · Great variety

Facilities3/5 · Basic facilities

Crowd / PopularityFew visitors

CurrentNo current

SurgeFlat calm

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Kawanashi “Mavis“ Seaplane # 2 (Wreck)

Kawanashi Mavis #2, a Tulagi seaplane wreck.

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