Visit underwater wreck at Taiei Maru
Coron, Philippines • INR 4000 - INR 5500 approx.•
Popular
PopularCoron, Philippines
• INR 4000 - INR 5500
Popular





Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Mar
22°C – 29°C, january in coron is dry season with pleasant temperatures, low humidity, and minimal rainfall, medium crowds, peak season
22°C – 29°C, january in coron is dry season with pleasant temperatures, low humidity, and minimal rainfall, medium crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Diving requires walking, stairs; not wheelchair accessible.
Diving requires walking, stairs; not wheelchair accessible.
Value for money
Medium
Pricey, but the experience is generally worth the cost.
Pricey, but the experience is generally worth the cost.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Breathtaking Wreck
Couples found the Okikawa Maru wreck dive romantic and incredibly memorable. A must-do!
Marine Life
Couples were thrilled by the abundant marine life at the wreck. A truly amazing experience!
Unforgettable Dive
Many couples agreed: diving the Okikawa Maru was an unforgettable experience. Highly recommended!
Strong Currents
Couples noted the strong currents made it challenging, especially for less experienced divers.
Variable Visibility
Some couples reported variable visibility, which impacted the diving experience at times.
Safety Concerns
Recent reviews raised concerns about dive operator safety, urging couples to research carefully.
Hours of operation
Monday
09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Tuesday
09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Wednesday
09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Thursday
09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Friday
09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Saturday
09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Sunday
09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
In-depth experience
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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

22-30°C
February in Coron remains dry with low rainfall, warm temperatures, and clear water. Visibility is typically very good for diving.
February in Coron remains dry with low rainfall, warm temperatures, and clear water. Visibility is typically very good for diving.
Open
Advanced diving certification required for Taiei Maru. Dive trips operate regularly with advance reservations suggested.
Advanced diving certification required for Taiei Maru. Dive trips operate regularly with advance reservations suggested.
Recommended
February offers prime conditions for wreck diving at Taiei Maru, with reliable dive operations and excellent underwater visibility.
February offers prime conditions for wreck diving at Taiei Maru, with reliable dive operations and excellent underwater visibility.
March
MEDIUM

23-31°C
March sees warmer temperatures, continued dry season, and a slight increase in chances of rainfall. Water visibility remains good.
March sees warmer temperatures, continued dry season, and a slight increase in chances of rainfall. Water visibility remains good.
Open
Advanced diving credentials required. Occasional strong currents may restrict dives for less experienced divers.
Advanced diving credentials required. Occasional strong currents may restrict dives for less experienced divers.
Recommended
Ideal for wreck diving; some holiday crowding may occur late in the month. Weather and visibility remain favorable.
Ideal for wreck diving; some holiday crowding may occur late in the month. Weather and visibility remain favorable.
April
HIGH

24-32°C
April is warm and mostly dry, though the chance of rainfall increases slightly. Underwater visibility is generally excellent.
April is warm and mostly dry, though the chance of rainfall increases slightly. Underwater visibility is generally excellent.
Open
Advanced diver certification is mandatory. Dive slots may be limited due to high demand; booking well in advance is required.
Advanced diver certification is mandatory. Dive slots may be limited due to high demand; booking well in advance is required.
Recommended
April offers excellent wreck diving conditions at Taiei Maru but expect high crowd levels and increased prices due to peak holiday travel.
April offers excellent wreck diving conditions at Taiei Maru but expect high crowd levels and increased prices due to peak holiday travel.
May
HIGH

26-32°C
Hot and humid with moderate chance of afternoon rain; water visibility remains generally good for wreck diving.
Hot and humid with moderate chance of afternoon rain; water visibility remains generally good for wreck diving.
Open
Dive certification required (Advanced Open Water or Wreck Diver recommended); strong currents possible, check tidal tables; guided dives advised.
Dive certification required (Advanced Open Water or Wreck Diver recommended); strong currents possible, check tidal tables; guided dives advised.
Recommended
May is a popular month for diving the Taiei Maru wreck in Coron, with favorable weather and excellent marine life but higher prices and crowded conditions.
May is a popular month for diving the Taiei Maru wreck in Coron, with favorable weather and excellent marine life but higher prices and crowded conditions.
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




