Chuuk Lagoon is a tiny dot of land in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, and would probably not feature very highly on any diving wishlist if it wasn't for the 60-or-so Japanese supply vessels that lie on the seabed here, after being sunk by American aircraft. The presence of all these ships makes Chuuk, formerly Truk, one of the premier wreck-diving locations in the world.
In particular, the 132-metre-long Fujikawa Maru is one of Chuuk Lagoon's must-visit dives. Sitting upright in just 34 metres of water, she is shrouded in soft corals and reef fish, although it is her cargo that really makes her stand out from the crowd. In Fujikawa Maru's holds you will find everything from shells, machine guns and airplane wings to an entire Zero fuselage, and it is this unusual treasure trove. Combined with the stunning visibility, warm water and fantastic marine life in this area that makes for a dive experience not to be missed.
Best time to dive: June through to September offers the best conditions for diving
Water temperature: remains fairly constant around 27°C, so a 3mm shortie or fullsuit is ideal
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