About Wrecks of Truk Lagoon
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Wreck paradise - Truk Lagoon off the island of Chuuk, lies in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. This legendary lagoon is home to over 60 ships and 250 aircraft from WWII. Truk is a wreck lovers wet dream and leading this adventure is our wreck and tech pro - Micke Wolhardt.
Why so many wrecks? - During the Second World War the Japanese Imperial Fleet used Truk to hide their forward anchorage. Then in 1944 the Americans flew in and bombed the fleet into annihilation. The end result is that today there are over 60 ships and in excess of 250 airplanes that sank - many of which are complete and diveable. The perpetual warm water, lush corals and thriving marine life keeps divers coming back for more.
Blue Lagoon Resort - The hotel blends perfectly with the island's tropical and serene atmosphere. You can enjoy a view of the lagoon from the balcony of all of the rooms. Just outside your hotel room you can meander through the palm shaded gardens to the white sand beach for a refreshing swim in the clear lagoon.
The diving - Of course will the main park of the diving be focused on the wrecks, but you do not have to be a technical diver to join this trip, many of the wrecks are located in shallow water. The wrecks cargos are nearly as fascinating as the ships themselves. The holds are packed with all manner of munitions, trucks and airplane parts. Apart from all the wrecks you also have a big chance to spot sharks and rays and the wrecks are covered with beautiful hard and soft corals.
Micke Wolhardt has over 20 years of experience with diving, 15 of which have been focused on advanced diving on wrecks, Micke has a lot of tips and tricks to share. Joining Micke on a wreck diving trip adds flavour to the experience and a new dimension to the wreck diving. “My goal is for everyone to appreciate and understand what a fantastic trip through time wreck diving offers with the right tools and knowledge”.
Wreck-workshop
Wreck diving can vary depending on the wreck and the environment. During the workshop you will have the chance to increase your knowledge within the subject of wreck diving. Plenty of tips and tricks will be provided. We will cover the following during the trip:
Proper use of line handling and reeling - Manoeuvring and swim techniques - Equipment configuration -How to navigate and find the “good” parts of the wreck - Dive planning
Questions about wreck diving? Micke Wolhardt will give briefings during the trip. In plenty of time prior to the trips departure, you will be sent an email giving tips about what is good to have with you on this adventure. For questions about wreck diving or the workshop please contact Micke Wohlhardt via email: micke@swedtechdiving.se