Truk Lagoon liveaboard diving
The world's greatest wreck diving destination

Truk Lagoon · Ghost Fleet

Truk Lagoon liveaboard diving at a glance: trips from $3,336 per person · best months Year-round · intermediate · known for wrecks, history. 6 listed departures.

Facts checked against live availability · September 2026

Over 60 WWII Japanese shipwrecks rest in this legendary lagoon. Artifacts, tanks, aircraft, and entire cargo holds frozen in time. A pilgrimage for wreck diving enthusiasts.

Best Seasons

Year-round

Dive Types

wrecks, history

Difficulty

intermediate

Marine Life & Seasons

What you'll see in Truk Lagoon — and when

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Dive Sites

The marquee sites you'll dive

Fujikawa MaruThe Fujikawa Maru is the wreck that turns first-time visitors into Truk Lagoon obsessives.San Francisco MaruThree battle tanks still stand on her foredeck, 50 metres down in the dark of Truk Lagoon.Shinkoku MaruA 152-metre fleet tanker turned coral garden, and the most alive wreck in the Ghost Fleet.Nippo MaruA Japanese light tank still sits on the deck, turret pointed into the blue.
Related Guides

Read before you go

Truk Lagoon Wreck Diving: Complete Guide to the Ghost Fleet
Destination Guide

Truk Lagoon Wreck Diving: Complete Guide to the Ghost Fleet

Explore the world's greatest wreck diving destination — dozens of WWII Japanese ships resting in a tropical lagoon. Here's everything you need to plan your Truk Lagoon liveaboard trip.

Truk Lagoon vs Bikini Atoll: Choosing Your WWII Wreck Liveaboard
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Truk Lagoon vs Bikini Atoll: Choosing Your WWII Wreck Liveaboard

Truk Lagoon is a reachable, mostly-recreational wreck pilgrimage; Bikini Atoll is a deep, technical, decompression expedition to nuclear-sunk warships. Here's the honest certification, depth and cost reality.

Coron Wreck Diving: Japan's Sunken Fleet in the Philippines
Destination Guide

Coron Wreck Diving: Japan's Sunken Fleet in the Philippines

Twelve Japanese ships went down in Coron Bay in twenty minutes in 1944. Here's how to dive them — depths, seasons, real costs, and who should go to Truk instead.

When to Dive Truk Lagoon: Seasons, Visibility and Booking Windows
Destination Guide

When to Dive Truk Lagoon: Seasons, Visibility and Booking Windows

Truk Lagoon is diveable all year, but Dec–Apr brings the calmest, clearest water. Real seasonal trade-offs, wreck depths and why booking windows matter here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Truk Lagoon diving — common questions

When is the best time to dive in Truk Lagoon?

The best seasons for liveaboard diving in Truk Lagoon are Year-round. Conditions can vary by specific route and itinerary, so we recommend reaching out so we can match the timing to your priorities.

What experience level do I need for Truk Lagoon?

Truk Lagoon is best suited for intermediate divers with at least 30-50 logged dives and comfort in moderate currents. We help match the right route and boat to your actual experience level, not just your certification card.

What marine life will I see in Truk Lagoon?

Truk Lagoon is known for wrecks, history. The specific encounters depend on season, route, and conditions. We can help you choose an itinerary that maximises your chances of seeing what matters most to you.

How do I book a liveaboard trip to Truk Lagoon?

Start by reaching out through our concierge service with a short brief — your dates, experience, and what you want from the trip. We'll shortlist trusted boats, check availability, and come back to you personally.

Upcoming Departures

Bookable Truk Lagoon dates

18–28 Mar 202710 nights
Pacific MasterTruk Lagoon Wrecks
Only 3 leftfrom $5,460
7–16 Apr 20279 nights
Pacific MasterTruk Lagoon Wrecks
from $3,753
28 Apr–7 May 20279 nights
Pacific MasterTruk Lagoon Wrecks
from $3,753
8–18 May 202710 nights
Pacific MasterTruk Lagoon Wrecks
from $4,170

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