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Updated Feb 14, 2026Independent wreck reference covering shipping-channel access, live ammunition near the bow gun, and the wreck's tendency to silt out.
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Kitsugawa Maru (Wreck)
Deep Apra Harbor wreck with a bow gun and coral-coated mast.
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Local operator required
Most divers visit Kitsugawa Maru through local boat operators because harbor access and the descent-ascent plan are easier to manage as a guided wreck dive.
Boat-only advanced wreck dive in Apra Harbor, with deep profiles, narrow route options through the structure, and visibility that can change quickly with silt.
About Kitsugawa Maru (Wreck)
Kitsugawa Maru (Wreck) is a deep upright WWII wreck inside Apra Harbor, prized for its intact bow gun, coral-coated mast, and the dramatic feel of dropping onto a largely intact freighter in sheltered harbor water. Most dives are planned as boat drops that go to the bow first, then work back along the deck toward the superstructure, with narrow routes into the living quarters and engine-room areas reserved for divers who are trained and equipped for overhead environments. The site rewards advanced wreck divers with strong structure, history, and marine growth, but silt, limited exits, and active-harbor logistics make it a dive that benefits from disciplined gas, ascent-line, and route planning.
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Research Estimate At Kitsugawa Maru (Wreck)
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 4m
AccessChallenging entry effort
Where Is Kitsugawa Maru (Wreck)?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Kitsugawa Maru (Wreck) Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
15.2m - 42.7m
Depth Note
Bottom depth is about 140 ft, deck is about 115 ft, and the masts reach to roughly 50 ft from the surface.
Typical Conditions
Expect sheltered harbor water rather than outer-reef surge, but this is still a deep wreck where silt, low visibility, and overhead structure shape the dive.
Safety & Access At Kitsugawa Maru (Wreck)
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Low visibilityOverhead environment
Safety Notes
Treat Kitsugawa Maru as a deep overhead wreck dive: manage gas and ascent discipline carefully, expect silt if the wreck has already been disturbed, and do not handle ammunition or other artifacts around the structure.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; the wreck sits inside Apra Harbor's managed shipping area, so divers normally visit with a local operator handling harbor logistics and approvals.
Legal Notes
Confirm current Apra Harbor permissions and any port-control requirements with your operator before diving, since the wreck sits inside an active harbor zone.
Local Intel For Kitsugawa Maru (Wreck)
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Scuba dives are usually planned as deep boat profiles that hit the bow gun first before working back along the deck, mast, and selected penetration routes. Enriched air is commonly preferred because bottom time is limited on this wreck.
Recent Logged Visits At Kitsugawa Maru (Wreck)
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Kitsugawa Maru (Wreck)
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility4m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
