Seamount · Drift · Reef

A submerged reef on top of a seamount in the middle of Ticao Pass; the plateau crest sits at ~20 m and is dotted with 17 documented cleaner-wrasse cleaning stations used by 240+ photo-IDed reef manta rays. Strong tidal currents (up to 3 knots on exchange) demand negative-entry drift technique. Adjacent to the Donsol whale-shark interaction area in Sorsogon.
Typical current strength at this dive site
Powerful current. Advanced certification and drift dive experience required. Follow guide instructions.
Strength Scale
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Monthly conditions and seasonal highlights — tap a month
Shoulder season with generally good conditions. Some variability in weather and visibility.
5 species recorded at this site
Be aware of these potential hazards at this dive site
Strong current
HighUp to 3-knot drift typical; negative-entry technique mandatory
Decompression obligation
Medium22+ m profile combined with current management pushes NDLs
Certification Required
A minimum of Advanced Open Water certification is required to dive this site.
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Vertical range at this site
Minimum Depth
46 ft
Shallowest point
Average Depth
72 ft
Typical dive depth
Maximum Depth
98 ft
Deepest point
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