Suzuki Maru
About Suzuki Maru
Of the various wrecks in the Chuuk lagoon, this is the one nearest the surface, close enough to be enjoyed by those who can only snorkel, not dive.
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Jan 11, 2009 Since I am not a certified SCUBA diver, I cannot go to the majority of wrecks in Chuuk lagoon. But Suzuki Maru is in shallow water and can be enjoyed with only snorkel gear. There is no current, so I didn't even need fins! -- just do the breaststroke. The wreck has become covered with coral and is hardly recognizeable as a ship; but like all tropical reefs, it has attracted a diversity of colorful fishes. Since I was not staying in a dive hotel, I went with the Chuuk Visitor's Bureau -- the trip included the Suzuki Maru and a sunken Zero, both at snorkel depth, then a visit to the old Japanese base on Tonoas Island. Chuuk markets itself primarily as a dive destination, but it is possible for non-divers like me to find interesting things to do. Related Links
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