WWII Wrecks

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Cenderawasih Bay, Indonesia

Best timeYear-round
Water temp28-30°C / 82-86°F
Visibility15-25m / 50-82ft
AccessBoat Dive
Dive typesScuba
DifficultyBeginner
Max depth25 m
Avg depth18 m
Nearest airportMKW
WWII plane wrecksHistorical significance
Scuba

Cenderawasih Bay was a significant area during WWII, and several well-preserved aircraft wrecks can be found on the seabed. These include P-38 Lightning and P-47 Thunderbolt fighter planes, offering a fascinating glimpse into history.

Features

Several WWII aircraft wrecks, primarily American fighters, lie in relatively shallow, clear water. The wrecks are largely intact and have become artificial reefs, attracting coral growth and fish life, but the main draw is their historical significance.

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