Philippines
41 Dive Sites / 0 Resorts / 1 Shops
The Visayas region of the Philippines offers a captivating underwater experience for divers of all levels. With a total of 28 recorded dive sites, this area presents a diverse range of opportunities to explore the vibrant marine ecosystems that thrive beneath its clear waters. While specific named sites are yet to be detailed, the sheer number of locations suggests a rich tapestry of reefs, walls, and other underwater topographies awaiting discovery.
Divers visiting the Visayas can anticipate encountering a wide array of marine life. The Philippines is renowned for its incredible biodiversity, and the Visayas is no exception. Expect to see colorful coral gardens teeming with reef fish, and keep an eye out for larger pelagic species that frequent these waters. The general conditions in the Visayas typically offer excellent visibility, making for truly immersive dives where every detail of the underwater world is brought into sharp focus.
While there are currently no dive resorts listed for the Visayas, the presence of one dive shop indicates that support for your diving adventures is available. This shop can likely assist with equipment needs, guided dives, and local insights to help you make the most of your time exploring the 28 dive sites. Whether you are a seasoned diver or just beginning your underwater journey, the Visayas provides a compelling destination to immerse yourself in the beauty of the Philippine seas. The potential for discovery across its numerous unnamed sites makes it an exciting prospect for those looking to explore less-traveled underwater paths.
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| Poblacion Sanctuary Dauin | Sardine Run Moalboal | Luca Marine Sanctuary Dauin | Lapus Lapus Malapascua | Masaplod North Dauin | Kalipayan Panglao | Katipanan Apo Island | Royal Garden Panglao | Turtle Point Anda | Arco Point Panglao | White Beach (Basdaku) Moalboal | Cars Wreck (Dauin) Dauin | San Miguel Dauin | Snappers Anda | Apo Island Marine Sanctuary Apo Island | Mamsa Point Apo Island | Pamilacan Sanctuary Pamilacan Island | Balicasag Sanctuary (Rico's Wall) Panglao | Diver's Heaven Panglao | Napaling Reef Panglao | Rudy's Rock Panglao | Talisay Pier Cabilao Island | Airplane Wreck Moalboal | Sogod Bay (Pintuyan / Padre Burgos) Southern Leyte | Rock Point East Apo Island | Mainit Dauin | Monad Shoal Malapascua | Cabilao Shark Point (Lighthouse) Cabilao Island | Cervera Shoal Panglao | Cathedral Panglao | Gorgonian Wall Cabilao Island | Pescador Island (The Cathedral) Moalboal | Black Forest (Balicasag Island) Panglao | Doljo Point Panglao | Rock Point West Apo Island | Tongo Point Moalboal | Coconut Point Apo Island | Cogon Point Apo Island | Dolphin House Moalboal | Largahan Apo Island | Lighthouse Reef Malapascua | |
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BeginnerPhilippines > Visayas > Moalboal
Sardine Run Moalboal: Dive into a Silver Swirl Prepare to be mesmerized at Sardine Run Moalboal, a truly exceptional dive site where millions of sardines form a permanent, swirling spectacle just off Panagsama Beach. Unlike seasonal migrations found elsewhere, this incredible phenomenon is a year-round event, making it one of the most reliable and accessible big-fish dives in Asia. The…
AdvancedPhilippines > Visayas > Malapascua
Monad Shoal: The Legendary Thresher Shark Cleaning Station Prepare for an unforgettable experience at Monad Shoal, a world-renowned dive site located approximately 7.8 km east of Malapascua Island. This submerged seamount, rising from a 200 m drop-off, has long been celebrated as the only known location where pelagic thresher sharks ( Alopias pelagicus ) reliably visit cleaning stations at recreational…
IntermediatePhilippines > Visayas > Apo Island
Apo Island Marine Sanctuary: A Pioneering Underwater Paradise Welcome to Apo Island Marine Sanctuary, a dive site renowned globally as a model for community-based marine protected areas. Established in 1982 in partnership with Dr. Angel Alcala and Silliman University Marine Lab, this pioneering reserve showcases the incredible success of conservation efforts. Divers will find themselves immersed in a vibrant ecosystem,…
IntermediatePhilippines > Visayas > Dauin
Cars Wreck (Dauin) Prepare for an exciting muck and wreck dive at Cars Wreck, one of Dauin's celebrated dive sites, renowned for its unique blend of artificial reef structures and an abundance of fascinating macro life. This intermediate dive site promises an unforgettable experience for divers with the appropriate certification. Dive Site Features The dive site is characterized by a…
AdvancedPhilippines > Visayas > Cabilao Island
Cabilao Shark Point (Lighthouse) Prepare for an exhilarating advanced dive at Cabilao Shark Point (Lighthouse), located off the northwestern tip of Cabilao Island. This dive site is renowned for its dramatic underwater topography and the incredible pelagic encounters it offers, making it a must-visit for experienced divers in Bohol. Dive Conditions and Topography Divers will find a challenging yet rewarding…
AdvancedPhilippines > Visayas > Moalboal
Pescador Island (The Cathedral), Moalboal Prepare for an unforgettable underwater adventure at Pescador Island, often hailed as the crown jewel of Moalboal diving. This small, uninhabited island, located approximately 2-4 kilometers off Panagsama Beach in the Tañon Strait, is a vibrant marine sanctuary renowned for its dramatic topography and abundant marine life. Given its challenging features, we recommend this dive…
AdvancedPhilippines > Visayas > Panglao
Black Forest (Balicasag Island), Panglao Prepare for an exhilarating advanced diving experience at Black Forest, a renowned dive site located on the western rim of Balicasag Island's sanctuary. This site is celebrated for its dramatic wall and drop-off topography, offering an unforgettable drift dive opportunity. We recommend this dive site for divers holding an Advanced Open Water certification, as it…
IntermediatePhilippines > Visayas > Southern Leyte
Sogod Bay: A Diver's Paradise in Southern Leyte Nestled in the heart of Southern Leyte, Sogod Bay offers divers an incredible array of underwater experiences, from dramatic walls and vibrant reefs to fascinating muck diving sites. This long, deep bay fronts directly onto the Philippine Trench, contributing to its rich biodiversity and diverse topography. We consider Sogod Bay an intermediate…
Visayas has 41 dive sites listed on Diveity, spread across 9 areas within the location.
Conditions vary by season and by site, so there's no single answer for the whole location. Check each dive site's page for depth, visibility, and current details, or ask a local dive shop or resort in Visayas for current-season advice.
Sites in Visayas range from shallow reefs and shore entries to walls, wrecks, and drift dives, depending on the specific location. Browse the site list to compare depth, visibility, and marine life before you pick where to dive.
Most dive sites call for at least an Open Water certification, and some deeper or more advanced sites require further training. Dive shops and resorts in Visayas can also arrange courses if you are not yet certified.
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