潜点: FS-172 Boston

关于 FS-172 Boston

Wongat Island, off the coast of Madang in Papua New Guinea, offers unique diving experiences centered on both historical wrecks and vibrant marine ecosystems. The island is known for housing the wreck of a B-25 bomber, an Allied aircraft from WWII that intentionally ditched in a shallow strait between Wongat Island and the mainland. This poignant relic lies with its nose crumpled and machine guns visible, having transformed into an artificial reef. Its cockpit escape hatch is open, inviting divers to reflect on its history as parrotfish graze on coral-encrusted barrels and angelfish swim through bomb bay doors. Another significant wreck dive near Wongat Island is the "Henry Leith," a small coastal freighter scuttled for divers in the 1980s, resting at 20 meters on the island's western side. This 33-meter vessel is an easy dive, completely overgrown with diverse corals including black coral trees, soft corals, gorgonians, and sea whips. Its holds contain remnants of a truck, winches, and other equipment, offering plenty to explore. The wreck teems with marine life such as trevally, batfish, snappers, lionfish, and sweetlips, alongside smaller creatures like nudibranchs, shrimps, and longnose hawkfish. Diving around Wongat Island provides a blend of historical intrigue and rich biodiversity, making it a compelling destination for those interested in both wreck exploration and marine life observation. Dive sites here are generally accessible, with the Henry Leith offering an easy dive suitable for many. The wrecks are found in calm waters, providing excellent conditions for exploration and underwater photography, with depths ranging from the shallow bomber to the 20-meter freighter. A typical dive on the B-25 bomber lasts 45-60 minutes, beginning with a descent to the sandy slope where the plane rests between 15 and 22 meters. Divers typically explore the rear section before moving forward to the cockpit and machine guns.

潜点资料: FS-172 Boston

深度

15–22 m

水流

轻微 至 无

入水方式

日间船宿

等级

中级

潜水类型

Wreck, history

地区 / 港口

Madang, Papua New Guinea

坐标

6.2803° S, 149.5465° E

条件与水流

翁加特岛潜水点，尤其是B-25轰炸机周围，在马当泻湖内受到良好保护，这意味着水流通常轻微至无。这种平静的环境确保了轻松安全的潜水体验，适合所有级别的潜水员，包括新接触沉船潜水的人。由于泻湖的受保护性质，能见度通常保持极佳，范围在25到40米之间。潜水员可以尽情探索沉船，无需担心漂流或强劲的水流。入水和出水点通常很简单，常从船上进行巨步式入水，方便在岛屿风景如画的海滩附近进行舒适的水面休息。水温通常在27至30°C之间。

交通与行程

巴布亚新几内亚的Madang是前往FS-172及该地区其他潜点的主要门户。国际旅客通常先飞抵Port Moresby（POM），然后搭乘国内航班前往Madang（MAG）。船宿和当地的潜水店从Madang港出发，提供的行程通常结合了当地的数个沉船与珊瑚礁潜点。虽然没有详细说明前往FS-172的具体行程时长，但该地区的潜水活动通常包括一日游或多日船宿，为你提供充足的机会去探索Madang水域的历史和自然魅力。

安全与环保

在巴布亚新几内亚潜水时，由于许多潜点地处偏远，强烈建议购买全面的潜水保险。最近的再压舱位于Port Moresby，这意味着如果在Madang发生严重的潜水事故，将需要紧急空中救援转运。潜水员应保持出色的中性浮力控制，以避免破坏沉船的历史完整性。遵守负责任的潜水行为并听从潜水导游的指导，对于在FS-172上获得安全和愉快的体验至关重要。

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潜FS-172 Boston的船宿

这些船宿在部分行程中可能前往FS-172 Boston，具体潜点取决于出发日期、天气与海况。

Oceania

巴布亚新几内亚

16 位客人27 m

$333/天

Febrina

巴布亚新几内亚

12 位客人22.25 m

$389/天