24 m wreck with strong current and schools of barracuda and snapper feeding in the current.
Advanced wreck dive off Perhentian Kecil.
Advanced wreck dive off Perhentian Kecil.
Vietnamese Wreck, also known as Pasir Tani Wreck, is a compact wreck dive off Perhentian Kecil with a coral-covered frame, a narrow layout, and enough current to keep the profile active. It suits certified divers who are comfortable with limited visibility, tight scanning, and a slightly technical feel rather than a leisurely reef cruise.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
22m - 24m
Depth Note
Reported around 22-24 m, depending on the guide and whether the figure refers to the top or the main wreck body.
Best Season
March-April and September shoulder windows are the best bets.
Typical Conditions
Strong current and modest visibility are common; calmer shoulder months are the better bets.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Wreck penetration is suitable for certified divers.
Access Restrictions
Wreck penetration only for certified overhead divers; strong current makes it better for experienced divers.
Legal Notes
No site-specific legal restriction is identified in the reviewed sources.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A penetrable wreck dive for certified divers at around 22 m depth.
Freediving
Not a freedive site; the wreck and overhead sections favor scuba.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site; the wreck sits too deep for meaningful surface viewing.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
24 m wreck with strong current and schools of barracuda and snapper feeding in the current.
Short boat ride to the wreck and historical context for the Pasir Tani name.
22 m wreck with 3-10 m visibility, occasional currents, soft coral, and boat access described.
Advanced wreck with often strong current and barracuda, groupers, snapper, turtles, and reef sharks.
Popular wreck site with corals, gorgonians, strong currents, limited visibility, and shore access described.
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