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Independent historical write-up of the discovery and Tulagi access.
Deep WWII Wildcat wreck off Tulagi with tide-sensitive silt.
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Offshore Tulagi wreck; local boat support is the practical way to reach it.
Raiders / F4F Wildcat (Wreck) is an intact WWII fighter wreck off Tulagi on a sandy seabed, reached by a short boat run from the local dive base. The airframe sits low enough that the site reads best as a planned deep-wreck dive rather than a casual sightseeing stop, with tide timing and buoyancy control doing most of the work. Expect silty water, a patient circuit around the structure, and a history-focused dive where snapper, trevally, and sweetlips gather around the wreck instead of a coral wall.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
42m
Depth Note
The wreck sits on a sandy seabed at about 42 m.
Best Season
Year-round; tide timing matters more than season.
Typical Conditions
Deep wreck, sandy seabed, silty water, and tide-sensitive conditions that read best on slack or incoming tide.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Deep wreck with silt and limited margin for buoyancy errors; stay conservative on gas and avoid finning the bottom.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best for experienced divers with deep-wreck discipline, trim control, and conservative gas planning.
Freediving
Not suitable for freediving.
Snorkeling
Not suitable for casual snorkeling.
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Directional shelter context for incoming swell.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
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Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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Research Sources
Independent historical write-up of the discovery and Tulagi access.
Deep upright wreck description and local dive-site context.
Tulagi dive guide with lodge access and wreck depth reference.
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