LST Landing Ship Tank

Luzon, Philippines

Depth

30m

Visibility

6m - 18m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Experienced

About LST Landing Ship Tank

Also known as the LST 959. This landing ship tank was once used in the second world war to assist with amphibeous operations in the Philipines. This ship was decommisioned and sunk intentionally on 13 June 1946. Today her beautiful coral decorated remains can be found in a sandy bottom no deeper than 30 meters. She teems with marine life and provides all dovers with great photo opportunity.

LST Landing Ship Tank Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Other, Reef, Wreck

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

30m

Visibility Range

6m – 18m

Experience Level

Experienced

Best Gas

21% – 35%

O₂

Marine Life

Various
Turtles
Trigger Fish
Rays
Groupers
Sharks

Weather Conditions

Water Temperature ℃

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