American Wreck
A poignant WWII minesweeper wreck dive in Brunei.
Boat Access
27m Avg Depth
32m Max Depth
About this dive site
This dive site presents a fascinating WWII wreck, the USS Salute, a Navy Minesweeper. The vessel tragically sank after hitting a mine during World War II and remains on the seabed. Divers can explore the wreckage, observing remnants of the battle, including bullets strewn across the deck. The top of the wreck sits at 22 meters below the surface, while the bottom lies approximately 32 meters deep. This dive offers a poignant glimpse into history and provides an opportunity to witness firsthand the effects of wartime conflict. Visibility conditions should be assessed before diving.
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Plan Your Visit
wreckdeep diveadvanced onlyhistorical wreckboat dive
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Advanced
Requires advanced certification due to the wreck's depth (22-32m).
Hazards:
depthentanglementboat trafficvariable visibility
Current Strength:
Moderate

