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Hakkai Maru

Hakkai Maru

New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea

Depth
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44m

Visibility
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7m - 20m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Advanced


About Hakkai Maru

A 5114 ton Japanese naval vessel which lies at a depth of 41 meters in an upright position, she sunk in 1944 when she was bombed. The wreck is covered in corals, though the wreck itself remains the primary interest. Divers with penetration experience can enter this wreck though must take care of the silt and the hanging cables present. An excellent wreck dive for the advanced divers.

Hakkai Maru Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Deep, Wreck

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

44m

Visibility Range

7m 20m

Experience Level

Advanced

Best Gas Mix

21% – 26%

O2

13% at 42m / 27%

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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.

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