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Describes changeable currents and countercurrents on the exposed northeastern tip of North Atoll creating a temporary washing-machine-like vortex.
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Washing Machine
Washing Machine is a Tubbataha current site with changeable flow and sharks.
Scuba DivingIntermediate
Exposed North Atoll drift with changeable currents, good visibility, and dense shark-and-fish traffic.
About Washing Machine
Washing Machine is an exposed North Atoll drift site in Tubbataha where currents can swirl, reverse, and converge over a sloping reef and channel. The site is known for fast-moving water, clear-visibility windows, and a strong chance of grey reef sharks, whitetip reef sharks, turtles, and schooling tropical fish. It suits experienced divers who are comfortable with shifting flow and a more demanding run.
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Research Estimate At Washing Machine
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 18m
AccessChallenging entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesNo facilities
CurrentVery strong current
Where Is Washing Machine?
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Safety & Access At Washing Machine
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environmentDangerous wildlife
Safety Notes
Swim-throughs add overhead risk; appropriate training and buoyancy control are important. Sharks may be present.
Local Intel For Washing Machine
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Scuba Diving
Characterized by canyons and swim-throughs that make it a varied scuba dive.
Recent Logged Visits At Washing Machine
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Washing Machine
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Conditions
Avg. Visibility18m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
