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Monte Carlo Wrecks

Motorcycles, office chairs, speed boat, and a Volkswagen at 18m in crystal-clear water off the old Monte Carlo Resort. Walk-in, no current, all levels.

Mabini – Anilao ProperAlso known as Wrecks in Monte Carlo · Monte Carlo Reef
Beginner3 – 18 m depthMuck / SandCurrent: MildGreat for freedivingLow traffic

About this spot

Accessible shallow wreck/artificial-reef playground beloved by freedivers. Inventory documented at various depths: motorcycles at 6m, office table and phone at ~6m, televisions at 6–7m, toilet bowls at 6–7m, a speed boat at 8–9m, a small jeepney, a Buddha statue at ~8m, and a Volkswagen Beetle at ~18m (60 ft). Crystal-clear water makes most wrecks visible from the surface. Resident turtle at ~3m. Famous freediving YouTube content has been filmed here.

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Marine life you'll see

Commonly sighted

Resident turtle

Reef fish (coral-encrusted wrecks)

Small macro critters on the artificial structures

Conditions

What to expect
Entry
Shore
Visibility
10–20m
Best months
Nov · Dec · Jan · Feb · Mar · Apr · May
Difficulty
Beginner
beginner to intermediate
Current
Mild
none to very slight
Spearfishing
Regulated

For freedivers

Apnea notes
Great for freedivingNo permanent line

One of the most popular freediving spots in Mabini. The Volkswagen at 18m is a classic freedive target. Walk-in entry, no current, great visibility. Perfect for all freediving levels.

Location & access notes

In front of the abandoned Monte Carlo Resort in Anilao (formerly Korean-owned). Walk-in/shore entry accessible — bring your own buoy as there are no fixed mooring marks. The VW Beetle at ~18m was reportedly a rotting car in the resort parking lot that the owner threw into the sea after refusing to sell it.

Where it is

Mabini – Anilao Proper
Area
Mabini – Anilao Proper
Coordinates
13.7567°, 120.9242°

Frequently asked questions

About Monte Carlo Wrecks

How deep is Monte Carlo Wrecks?

Monte Carlo Wrecks ranges from 3 to 18 metres deep, with its deepest point around 18 m.

Is Monte Carlo Wrecks good for beginners?

Yes. Monte Carlo Wrecks is a beginner-friendly dive spot, with Shore entry, suitable for new and trainee divers.

What will I see at Monte Carlo Wrecks?

Divers at Monte Carlo Wrecks commonly see Resident turtle, Reef fish (coral-encrusted wrecks), Small macro critters on the artificial structures.

Is Monte Carlo Wrecks good for freediving?

For freedivers, Monte Carlo Wrecks is rated 'Great for freediving'. One of the most popular freediving spots in Mabini. The Volkswagen at 18m is a classic freedive target. Walk-in entry, no current, great visibility. Perfect for all freediving levels.

Where is Monte Carlo Wrecks and how do you get there?

Monte Carlo Wrecks is located in Anilao Proper, reached by Shore entry.

When is the best time to dive Monte Carlo Wrecks?

The best months to dive Monte Carlo Wrecks are Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr and May.

Can you spearfish at Monte Carlo Wrecks?

Spearfishing at Monte Carlo Wrecks is Regulated. Always check current local regulations before spearfishing.

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Last verified May 2026