Swim through Japanese wreck at Irako Maru
Coron, Philippines • USD 72 - USD 85 approx.• 
Popular
PopularCoron, Philippines
• USD 72 - USD 85Popular
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Mar
24°C – 29°C, dry season with pleasant temperatures and low rainfall, offering excellent underwater visibility, medium crowds, peak season
24°C – 29°C, dry season with pleasant temperatures and low rainfall, offering excellent underwater visibility, medium crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Not wheelchair accessible; walking and stairs required.
Not wheelchair accessible; walking and stairs required.
Value for money
Medium
Pricey but unique, rewarding experience for advanced divers.
Pricey but unique, rewarding experience for advanced divers.
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Breathtaking History
Couples found the Irako Maru a truly unforgettable dive, rich in history and marine life.
Amazing Visibility
Visitors raved about the excellent visibility, making for a romantic dive experience.
Unique Adventure
Couples called this a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, perfect for experienced divers together.
Depth Concerns
Travelers worried about the depth and the need for advanced certification for the dive.
Pricey Experience
Couples felt the dive was a bit expensive compared to other Coron activities.
Challenging Currents
Some couples noted potential strong currents, making it a difficult dive.
Hours of operation
Monday
08:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Tuesday
08:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Wednesday
08:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Thursday
08:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Friday
08:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Saturday
08:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Sunday
08:30 AM - 01:00 PM
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
MEDIUM
24-30°C
Stable dry conditions, warm temperatures, and excellent water clarity.
Stable dry conditions, warm temperatures, and excellent water clarity.
Open
Diving permitted only for advanced and experienced divers, with access by boat through organized tours.
Diving permitted only for advanced and experienced divers, with access by boat through organized tours.
Recommended
February remains an optimal month for wreck diving at Irako Maru, with consistent dive shop operations and excellent conditions. Advance booking and proper certification are necessary.
February remains an optimal month for wreck diving at Irako Maru, with consistent dive shop operations and excellent conditions. Advance booking and proper certification are necessary.
March
MEDIUM
25-31°C
Warm, mostly dry weather with occasional light showers; water conditions ideal for diving.
Warm, mostly dry weather with occasional light showers; water conditions ideal for diving.
Open
Only accessible to certified advanced divers through licensed boat charters; no shore access.
Only accessible to certified advanced divers through licensed boat charters; no shore access.
Recommended
March is highly suitable for diving Irako Maru, with favorable weather, reliable dive shop schedules, and excellent underwater visibility. Advanced certification is a strict requirement.
March is highly suitable for diving Irako Maru, with favorable weather, reliable dive shop schedules, and excellent underwater visibility. Advanced certification is a strict requirement.
April
HIGH
26-32°C
Transition to warmer temperatures, mostly dry with rising humidity and slightly increased chance of rain late in the month.
Transition to warmer temperatures, mostly dry with rising humidity and slightly increased chance of rain late in the month.
Open
Dive is only for advanced/experienced divers; boat access required, with high demand for slots during holidays.
Dive is only for advanced/experienced divers; boat access required, with high demand for slots during holidays.
Recommended
April offers warm, mostly favorable conditions for wreck diving at Irako Maru, but divers should expect higher prices and book well in advance due to peak demand. Certification and boat bookings are mandatory.
April offers warm, mostly favorable conditions for wreck diving at Irako Maru, but divers should expect higher prices and book well in advance due to peak demand. Certification and boat bookings are mandatory.
May
HIGH
26-33°C
Hot and humid, end of dry season with increasing chance of rain showers and thunderstorms, especially later in the month.
Hot and humid, end of dry season with increasing chance of rain showers and thunderstorms, especially later in the month.
Open
Diving the Irako Maru requires advanced certification and booking through a licensed dive operator; only experienced divers allowed due to depth and overhead environment.
Diving the Irako Maru requires advanced certification and booking through a licensed dive operator; only experienced divers allowed due to depth and overhead environment.
Recommended
May is recommended for diving Irako Maru if you are prepared for hot weather and crowds. Water visibility is generally excellent. Advanced certification required for this deep wreck dive.
May is recommended for diving Irako Maru if you are prepared for hot weather and crowds. Water visibility is generally excellent. Advanced certification required for this deep wreck dive.
How to get there
Boat
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Not suitable for pregnancy
Not allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
