Truk Lagoon (Renamed Chuk)

Known amongst divers as the ultimate wreck site.

Truk Lagoon has around 70 wrecks lying within it, having being sunk during battles in WWII. Truk Lagoon also offers some amazing reef diving, if you can ever pull yourself away from the wrecks.

Faces Facts

Climate: Tropical with year round high humidity. Typhoon season June to December.

Best time to dive: It is possible to dive year round

What you can see: The wrecks of Truk Lagoon

Visibility: 10-40m (32-130ft.)

Water Temperature: 28-30°C (82-86°F)

Languages Spoken: English and Micronesian languages

Currency: United States Dollar (USD)

ATM’s and Banks: All major credit cards are accepted.

Time Zone: UTC+10 to UTC+11

Voltage: 120V/60HZ

Health Regulations: Please consult your doctor or nearest health authorities for up-to-date medical travel information well before departure.

Visa Requirements: British, Australian, Canadian, and other EU nationals are not required to have a visa for stays of up to 30 days. Nationals of the USA may stay for one year without an entry permit, if visiting as tourists. Nationals not referred to above are advised to contact the embassy/high commission to check visa requirements. For more up to date information on visa requirements check www.visit-fsm.org

Top Tip

Doing research before leaving home about the wrecks will reap rewards. Some of the wrecks may require special diving qualifications. There are many books detailing the wrecks and the associated history of them. Don’t leave yourself disappointed, bring the equipment that you need so you don’t miss that once in a life time chance to dive the wreck that you want.