Dive Spot Guide•
T-Wreck
South Atoll wreck-cut wall with bumpheads and mantas
Local operator required
Park entry and the ranger-station stop are managed through permitted liveaboard operations.
Shallow reef top, slanting wall, and a compact drift profile with big-fish chances and a strong safety-stop zone.
About T-Wreck
A shallow reef-top wreck site on Tubbataha's South Atoll, where bumphead parrotfish feed above a slanting wall and the blue water can bring mantas or whale sharks into view. It is a compact, experienced-diver drift with a strong safety-stop zone.
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Research Estimate At T-Wreck
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesNo facilities
CurrentLight current
Where Is T-Wreck?
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Community sourced coordinates.
T-Wreck Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 25m
Depth Note
The reef top starts around 5m, while the wall drops away quickly into a deeper profile that the guides typically keep within the recreational band.
Best Season
March-June dry season
Typical Conditions
Shallow reef-top start, slanting wall, mild current, and a compact drift profile with big-fish chances.
Safety & Access At T-Wreck
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Dangerous wildlife
Safety Notes
The reef-top start is forgiving, but the wall drops quickly into deeper water, so buoyancy and depth awareness still matter.
Access Restrictions
Liveaboard access only for dives; the ranger-station land stop is the usual permitted shore visit, and shore access elsewhere in the park is prohibited.
Legal Notes
Tubbataha entry is permit-controlled, daylight-only for diving, and managed through park-permitted operators.
Local Intel For T-Wreck
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A drift-style scuba dive that starts on the reef top and follows the wall, with a useful shallow section for finishing the dive.
Freediving
Freediving is only a shallow-reef option in calm conditions; the wall and current make scuba the intended mode.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is limited to the shallow reef-top fringe and other calm, permitted shallows.
Wildlife at T-Wreck
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At T-Wreck
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At T-Wreck
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
