Reef · Wall · Drift
Mantigue Island Sanctuary
Mindanao
Open Water Certification RequiredBest Season: Mar – Jun
Difficulty
Beginner
Difficulty level
Depth
10 ft
164 ft
Depth range
Access
Boat
Documented months
Mar
Jun
Visibility
33 ft
98 ft
Typical visibility
Current
Variable
Good buoyancy control advised
Temperature
79°F
88°F
Water temperature
About This Dive Site
Mantigue Island Sanctuary is a protected marine sanctuary located off the eastern coast of Camiguin Island, offering a diverse underwater landscape. It features shallow coral gardens transitioning into dramatic walls that drop beyond 40 meters. The sanctuary is teeming with vibrant coral reefs, abundant marine life, and serves as a haven for various fish species and sea turtles. Divers can expect encounters with large schools of fish, colorful reef fish, and various macro critters. The site offers crystal-clear waters, making it ideal for both divers and snorkelers seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure. Currents are generally calm, but can be moderate to strong along drop-off corners.
Short description
Open Water
Current Conditions
Typical current strength at this dive site
Variable
Current strength changes with tides and conditions. Check local conditions before diving.
Strength Scale
None
Mild
Moderate
Strong
Best Time to Visit
Monthly conditions and seasonal highlights — tap a month
SepLess Favorable
Outside peak diving season. Conditions may be less predictable.
BestGoodLess FavorablePeak
Sources
- Blue Season Camiguin
- Camiguin Dive Guide: Sunken Cemetery & Reefs
- Camiguin Freediving
- Camiguin Volcan Beach Eco Retreat & Dive Resort
- dive-sites.com
- Facebook/Camiguin Tourism Office
- Khae Santiago
- MANTIGUE ISLAND CAMIGUIN (2024) - Ultimate Guide
- PADI
- Ring of Fire - Diving & Hiking on Camiguin - EWDR
- Scuba Diving
- Scuba Spot Advisor
- Scubago
- Solitary Wanderer
- Tocal Mate
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Depth Profile
Vertical range at this site
Minimum Depth
10 ft
Shallowest point
Average Depth
89 ft
Typical dive depth
Maximum Depth
164 ft
Deepest point
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