Dive centre · Truk · Micronesia
4.1198 Google reviewsTruk Blue Lagoon Dive Shop
Dive the legendary WWII wrecks of Chuuk Lagoon with the local pioneers who helped put this destination on the map.
What sets this centre apart
- Founded in 1973 as the first dive centre in Truk
- Specialised support for Nitrox, Trimix, and CCR divers
- Expert Chuukese guides with intimate wreck knowledge
- Located on-site at the renovated Blue Lagoon Resort
- Family-run operation with no expatriate staff
- Home to the Kimiuo Aisek Memorial Museum
- Access to both historic wrecks and vibrant coral reefs
Truk Blue Lagoon Dive Shop about the centre
Established in 1973 by Kimiuo Aisek, Blue Lagoon Dive Shop is the pioneer of diving in Truk Lagoon. This family-run operation has spent five decades helping to establish Chuuk as one of the premier wreck diving destinations in the world. The shop is deeply rooted in the local community, operating without expatriates and focusing on the expertise of the Chuukese people.
Situated on the southwestern tip of Weno at the Blue Lagoon Resort, the shop offers a seamless transition from your accommodation to the water. The resort itself underwent a full renovation in 2023, providing a modern base for your expedition. For those interested in the history of the area, the Kimiuo Aisek Memorial Museum is located right on the resort grounds.
The club and its team
The centre is defined by its local heritage and deep knowledge of the lagoon's underwater topography. You will be guided by qualified Chuukese instructors and guides who possess an intimate understanding of the WWII wrecks, many of which are complex and require precise navigation.
Because the shop is a family business, the service is grounded in long-standing local expertise rather than the transient nature of many tropical dive operations. This connection to the islands ensures that the guiding is both professional and culturally authentic.
The centre at a glance
- Affiliation
- NAUI
- Certification level
- Dive Resort
- Operating since
- 1973
- Website available in
- English
- Nitrox
- Yes
- Rebreather
- Yes
- Trimix
- Yes
- Accommodation
- The Blue Lagoon Resort and Spa is located on one of the most beautiful peninsulas in Micronesia, at the south-western tip of the island of Weno, Chuuk (Truk). The resort offers 54 recently renovated rooms, all with a balcony and ocean view, a dining room, a bar (Sunset Bar), and services such as a beauty salon and a massage therapist. The resort also offers kayak and SUP hire, and snorkelling is possible directly from the shore. The rooms have WiFi, two queen-size beds, a refrigerator, a desk, a safe, a table and chairs, a flat-screen television, a marble bathroom with two washbasins and plenty of storage.
- Phone
- +691 330 2727
- Official website
- trukbluelagoonresort.com ↗
Courses on offer
The shop caters to a wide spectrum of diver profiles, from those looking to explore the reefs to highly experienced technical divers. They offer training in TEK and CCR disciplines, making it a key hub for those looking to advance their technical certifications.
Whether you are working towards advanced specialties or managing complex decompression profiles on a rebreather, the instruction is provided by local professionals who know the specific challenges and opportunities of the Truk wrecks.
Equipment and gases
For technical divers, the shop is well-equipped to handle advanced gas requirements. They provide Nitrox and Trimix, as well as support for rebreather (CCR) divers.
Beyond gas blending, the shop is integrated with the Blue Lagoon Resort, meaning you have access to established facilities on land. This includes renovated accommodation and on-site amenities that make managing your dive schedule and kit maintenance straightforward.
Dive sites with Truk Blue Lagoon Dive Shop
WWII Wrecks of Truk Lagoon: These iconic shipwrecks are the primary reason divers visit the lagoon. Now encrusted in spectacular coral, these underwater museums are accessible to all levels, though the scale of the wrecks often draws more experienced divers.
Truk Lagoon Reefs: For a change of pace from the wrecks, the local reefs offer vibrant coral gardens and diverse fish life. These sites are suitable for all levels and provide excellent opportunities for both scuba and snorkelling.
Jeep Island: Located in the southern lagoon near the outer barrier reef, this site features beautiful coral gardens. During the summer season, bottlenose dolphins are known to swim in the vicinity.
Fonomu Island: Situated southeast of Weno, this site offers a variety of underwater features including reefs, a drop-off, and a swimming hole. It is an ideal spot for exploring different marine habitats in a single outing.
And some of the dive sites the centre runs.
Marine life around Truk
The wrecks and reefs are teeming with life, often featuring large pelagics and schooling fish. You can expect to see Great barracuda (Sphyraena barracuda), trevallies, and various reef fish (mixed tropical species) patrolling the structures.
During the summer season, bottlenose dolphins are frequently sighted near Jeep Island. You may also encounter Sea turtles (Cheloniidae) and Grey reef shark (Carcharhinus amblyrhynchos) around the deeper sections of the reef and the wrecks.
The underwater landscape is defined by its rich hard and soft structures. Look for various species of Soft coral (Alcyonacea) and Sponge (Porifera) coating the sunken vessels, alongside Sea anemone (Actiniaria) tucked into the reef crevices.
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