Truk Lagoon 2011
Departing: 23 May 2011
Tour Leader: Andy Beasley
11 Nights / 18 Dives
The world's best wreck diving
Chuuk Atoll, (also Known as Truk) in the Caroline Islands is infamous for its giant lagoon. The lagoon is the
final resting place for more than 100 ships, planes and submarines - the legacy of a fierce World War II battle
between the Imperial Japanese Fleet and Allied carrier planes. The lagoon has been declared an underwater
museum. Souvenir taking of relics from the area are prohibited by law.
Nowhere else in the world are there so many wrecks in close proximity, situated in shallow clear water. Many
of the wrecks are visible while snorkelling and there are many on-shore wartime locations to visit.
The majority of the wrecks lie off DubIon, Eten, Fefan and Uman Islands and represent the largest naval loss
in history. Their cargoes of tanks, trucks, airplanes, mines, bombs, machine gun bullets and thousands of
other artefacts including beautiful china are there still to be explored.
The warm, tropical waters and prolific marine life has transformed the wrecks into artificial reefs and beautiful
coral gardens. The main island of Weno (formerly Moen) is the capital and commercial centre. For the best
views of the lagoon, climb the old Sapuk Lighthouse, built during the Japanese occupation.
Truk is indisputably a Diver's Mecca, suitable for both novice and experienced divers. The calm, clear,
sheltered lagoon is one of the largest in the world and being relatively free of currents, providing safe,
easy diving conditions.
Tour Cost: $3551.00 Diver
Package Includes:
- Return flights Cairns/Guam/Truk/Guam/Cairns
- 10 Nights Accommodation (Twin Share) The Blue Lagoon Resort
- 18 Boat Dives
- Airfills, Tank & Hire Weight hire
- Truk Lagoon Diving Permit
- Australian Departure taxes (Valued at $240.00 subject to change)
- Airport Transfers
Cost does not include:
- Must bring your own equipment
- Travel insurance and personal monies
- No meals unless specified
- Airfares to and from Cairns
- Excess Luggage Charges
- Departures Taxes from Truk ($20USD)
For further information, please call:
(03) 5984-1799 or email info@idcscuba.com.au
Note: Prices are subject to change due to 2011 prices and fluctuations in currency exchange rates.