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Kitsugawa Maru Wreck

Kitsugawa Maru Wreck

Mariana Islands, Micronesia

Depth
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40m

Visibility
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10m - 30m

Entry
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Shore

Experience Level

Beginner

Kitsugawa Maru Wreck

Mariana Islands, Micronesia

Kitsugawa Maru Wreck
Depth
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40m

Visibility
Visibility Icon

10m - 30m

Entry
Shore Entry Icon

Shore

Experience Level

Beginner


About Kitsugawa Maru Wreck

The Kitsigawa Maru was a Large Japanese Freighter. She was badly damaged after a torpedo hit her, so she was towed for repairs. Before she could be repaired, several other bombs and rockets hit her, eventually causing her to sink in the harbor. She rests in deep water, in a well protected harbor. Beginner divers may dive here if accompanied by instructors or advanced level divers. Very interesting dive with a great bottom topography. Abundant marine life and beautiful coral growth.

Kitsugawa Maru Wreck Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Deep, Wreck, Reef

Entry Type

Shore

Max Depth

40m

Visibility Range

10m 30m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas Mix

21% – 28%

O2

13% at 38m / 29%

O2
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Marine Life

  • Crabs
  • Groupers
  • Jacks
  • Lobsters
  • Nudibranchs
  • Octopus
  • Various
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Dive Site Hazards

  • Gradual Narcosis Onset — Narcosis may develop slowly, making self-assessment unreliable.

  • Task Fixation at Depth — Cognitive narrowing at depth can reduce awareness of time and ascent rate.

  • Increased Gas Density Breathing Load — Higher gas density at depth increases work of breathing.

  • Deceptive Entry Openings — Openings may become restrictive inside due to angle, collapse, or corrosion.

  • Surge-Induced Internal Silt Shift — Internal surge can move silt and debris without direct contact.

  • Partial Overhead Environment — Many wrecks limit direct ascent even without full penetration.

  • Fine Rust Particle Silt-Out — Disturbed rust particles can rapidly reduce visibility.

  • Hidden Depth Variations — Complex reef topography can conceal depth changes, leading to unintended profile variations.

  • Distraction from Marine Activity — High fish activity can distract divers and delay depth or gas awareness.

  • Rapid Surge Direction Changes — Surge near reef structures can reverse direction quickly, pushing divers sideways into unexpected areas.

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