Indonesia · Lipah Bay

Japanese Wreck

Also known as: Japanese Shipwreck

Best time to dive

January to December

What you might see

  • Ghost pipefishLikely
  • Grey reef sharkPossible
  • NudibranchLikely

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Certification & difficulty

Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.

Snorkelling

Snorkel-friendly - Yes - shallow wreck (2-12 m) is accessible to snorkelers

Safety notes

Small wreck with some swim-through sections (avoid penetration without training), boat traffic in the bay, coral contact

Permits & fees

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Amed

This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.