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Lusong gunboat

3.6 — based on 20 community signals
4.2 12 especies 21 colaboradores

Lusong gunboat is a wreck dive in the Philippines accessible year-round with documented marine life and active community engagement.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Principiante
WreckShore entryBleachingRiskPhotoFriendly

De un vistazo

Actividad
dive
Dificultad
beginner
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
6.2 kn
Olas
0.2 m
Agua
29.7°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WSW (25%)
Now: SSE (160°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 1.08m

Próxima: Alta a las 02:00 (+1.26m)

+1.3 m+0.3 m
▲ 02:00 · +1.26m ▼ 12:00 · +0.3m ▲ 03:00 · +1.26m ▼ 13:00 · +0.29m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV6.6 · high Aire PM2.52 · good 05:49 17:58
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 7 0.2 7 14mm
09-20 5.6 0.18 3 8mm
09-21 6.5 0.18 9 7mm
09-22 7 0.18 8 11mm
09-23 3.2 0.14 3 2mm
09-24 4.8 0.1 9 17mm
09-25 4 0.1 9 15mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions

About this spot

Lusong gunboat sits off Lusong Island in the Philippines, offering wreck exploration for divers of all experience levels. The site attracts interest from the local dive community, with 12 species observations and three community videos providing insight into what you'll encounter. The wreck itself serves as an artificial reef, hosting marine life adapted to the structure. Year-round conditions make Lusong accessible whenever you plan your trip, though specific seasonal details on visibility, temperature, and current strength should be confirmed with local dive operators before booking. The site is not within a Marine Protected Area, but coral health in the region warrants monitoring—bleaching conditions are worth noting before your dive. The wreck presents an opportunity to explore Philippine maritime history while encountering reef fish and other species that have colonized the structure. Community-generated content shows this is an active site with regular diver traffic and documented observations. Local operators familiar with the wreck can guide you through its layout and highlight the best photo spots and marine encounters.

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Tipos de buceo

PecioArrecife

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type A/B/C · 220V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 11796km · ~2713kg · €49

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 54/100
  • Visado: Visado a la llegada · 30 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 12h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 11h este · 8 días de recuperación

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive Lusong gunboat?

The site is accessible year-round. However, seasonal shifts in visibility, water temperature, and current strength do occur. Contact local dive operators for current conditions before booking your trip.

What depth and difficulty level is Lusong gunboat?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings were not available in our latest data. Local dive operators can confirm the wreck's layout and recommend whether it suits your experience level.

What marine life will I see at Lusong gunboat?

Twelve species observations are documented at the site, with community videos showing the typical inhabitants. The wreck structure hosts reef fish and other organisms. Exact species vary by season and current conditions.

Do I need permits to dive Lusong gunboat?

The site is not within a Marine Protected Area, simplifying access. Confirm local requirements and any registration needs with your dive operator. Coral bleaching conditions in the region should influence your timing.

Operadores cerca de este spot

Centros de buceo, escuelas de kite y surf en un radio de 10 km, desde OpenStreetMap.

Lusong gunboat

0 km
Centro de buceo

Sangat Island Dive Resort

5.1 km
4.7 (272 reviews)
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 52+ times this month

D’Divers

7.5 km
5.0 (154 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 50+ times this month
Teléfono: +63 927 069 7247
Horario: Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

11 registros · 10 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Mitrella scripta

Gastropoda · Columbellidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 dic 1999
×1registros

Pseudovertagus aluco

Gastropoda · Cerithiidae
OBIS
Última observación:
2 jul 1975
×1registros

Angaria melanacantha

Gastropoda · Angariidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 ene 1963
×1registros

Caridea

Malacostraca
OBIS
Última observación:
28 jun 1940
×1registros

Nepanthia fisheri

Asteroidea · Asterinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
18 dic 1908
×1registros
Profundidad:
84 m

Physeter macrocephalus

Sperm whale
Mammalia · Physeteridae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 ene 1785
×1registros

Mimachlamys punctata

Bivalvia · Pectinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
Invalid Date
×1registros
Profundidad:
55 m

Conus magus

Gastropoda · Conidae
OBIS
Última observación:
Invalid Date
×1registros

Angaria melanacantha

Gastropoda · Angariidae
OBIS
Última observación:
Invalid Date
×1registros

Conus ochroleucus

Gastropoda · Conidae
OBIS
Última observación:
Invalid Date
×1registros

Leptopoma pulchellum

Gastropoda · Cyclophoridae
OBIS
Última observación:
Invalid Date
×1registros

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Freediving Lusong Gunboat | Coron Philippines | GoPro

Omni Reef
💬 2 top comments
  • Nice

    @justmeonthebeach · 👍 0
  • impressive diving!

    @kingp2327 · 👍 0

FAMILY Dives WWII Shipwreck! Lusong Gunboat, CORON, PALAWAN, PHILIPPINES

Our Backman Family
💬 3 top comments
  • WOW! I'M SO PROUD OF YOUR CHILDREN. THEY ARE SO BRAVE AND ADVENTUROUS NOT ONLY THAT BUT ALSO KIND AND REMARKABLE KIDS. THANKS FOR VISITING OUR BELOVED PHILIPPINES

    @jadezworld182 · 👍 15
  • The Backman Family is having too much FUN diving and snorkeling in the 🇵🇭

    @amaliahightower · 👍 13
  • This family is so adventurous ,I’m a pilipino but I never been to this place .thank you very much for promoting Philippines ,im always watching your blog everyday and I enjoy it .god bless you all where ever you go and carefull always .thank you all .

    @virginiagallego4805 · 👍 13

Diving the Okikawa Maru & Lusong Gun Boat

BonaFideWorldGuide
💬 3 top comments
  • Love your videos Charlie. Must be a dream come true for you. Next please. Can’t get enough. Showing Stanzfam some love too. Such a great guy you are!

    @margekaralis4212 · 👍 1
  • Wow, so beautiful!

    @franiannarone8196 · 👍 0
  • Amazing! Thanks for sharing

    @jimanderson2200 · 👍 0
wind peaks Jul-Feb-Apr, calmest Oct-Jan-Nov, dry Jan-Dec.

Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°C)

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