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Mawali Wreck
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All about Mawali Wreck dive site
Wreck
Depth max
31 m
Diver level
Advanced
The Mawali wreck is a former 90m/295ft-long Japanese ship that burned and sank in 1943 during WWII. Nowadays this cargo ship is on its side in the Lembeh Strait and serves as home to many types of invertebrates and coral species.
What to see
The deck and deck buildings are full of diverse healthy hard and soft corals and sea fans. The sea life includes frogfish, triggerfish, lionfish, scorpionfish, nudibranchs, and leaf fish. Ghost fish and mantis shrimp are often reported here as well.
When to go diving in Mawali Wreck
It is possible to dive at the Mawali wreck throughout the year. The conditions for diving are at their best during the dry season from July to October. The water temperature averages 27-29C/80-84F. The air temperature goes up to 30-35C/86-95F.