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Keiten Maru

Rabaul · Papua New Guinea

The Keiten Maru is considered the most accessible wreck in Simpson Harbour, sitting upright in just 12 to 28 meters with its upper superstructure reaching well into recreational snorkelling depth. The relatively shallow maximum depth and gentle currents within the sheltered harbour make it an ideal introduction to wreck diving in Rabaul, yet the enormous schools of anthias and fusiliers cascading over the stern reward experienced divers equally. Artillery pieces remain on deck and the engine room is accessible with basic wreck-penetration training.

Conditions

Depth

5 to 28 m

Open water and up

Current

Variable

Can pick up on the edge

Visibility

20 to 30 m

Clearest in the calm season

Water

26 to 30°C

3mm wetsuit

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Gear

  • Basic kit

    • Mask and fins
    • BCD and regulator
    • 3mm full wetsuit · warm water
    • Dive computer