Wall · Drift · Reef
Yapak
Boracay
Advanced Open Water Certification RequiredBest Season: Nov – May
Difficulty
Advanced
Difficulty level
Depth
98 ft230 ft
Depth range
Access
Documented months
Nov
May
Visibility
Minimum visibilityInformation under review
One source says both things. It reports this value and also contradicts it.
Contrary evidence
No alternative value was recorded
OpenWaterAtlas states that visibility and water temperature data for Yapak are not widely documented, which contradicts the claim that a specific minimum visibility of 5 meters is known for the site.
OpenWaterAtlas · 2026-09-23T12:52:44.268Z
Same source as the recorded value
No alternative value was recorded
OpenWaterAtlas states that visibility and water temperature data for Yapak are not widely documented, which contradicts the claim of a specific minimum visibility.
OpenWaterAtlas · 2026-09-23T12:54:54.588Z
Same source as the recorded value
Maximum visibilityInformation under review
One source says both things. It reports this value and also contradicts it.
Contrary evidence
No alternative value was recorded
OpenWaterAtlas states that visibility and water temperature data for Yapak are not widely documented, which contradicts the claim that a specific maximum visibility of 30 meters is known for the site.
OpenWaterAtlas · 2026-09-23T12:52:44.268Z
Same source as the recorded value
No alternative value was recorded
OpenWaterAtlas states that visibility and water temperature data for Yapak are not widely documented, which contradicts the claim of a specific maximum visibility.
OpenWaterAtlas · 2026-09-23T12:54:54.588Z
Same source as the recorded value
Typical visibility
Current
Strong
Good buoyancy control advised
Temperature
Minimum water temperatureInformation under review
One source says both things. It reports this value and also contradicts it.
Contrary evidence
No alternative value was recorded
OpenWaterAtlas states that visibility and water temperature data for Yapak are not widely documented, which contradicts the claim that a specific minimum temperature of 25°C is known for the site.
OpenWaterAtlas · 2026-09-23T12:52:44.268Z
Same source as the recorded value
No alternative value was recorded
OpenWaterAtlas states that visibility and water temperature data for Yapak are not widely documented, which contradicts the claim of a specific minimum temperature.
OpenWaterAtlas · 2026-09-23T12:54:54.588Z
Same source as the recorded value
Maximum water temperatureInformation under review
One source says both things. It reports this value and also contradicts it.
Contrary evidence
No alternative value was recorded
OpenWaterAtlas states that visibility and water temperature data for Yapak are not widely documented, which contradicts the claim that a specific maximum temperature of 32°C is known for the site.
OpenWaterAtlas · 2026-09-23T12:52:44.268Z
Same source as the recorded value
No alternative value was recorded
OpenWaterAtlas states that visibility and water temperature data for Yapak are not widely documented, which contradicts the claim of a specific maximum temperature.
OpenWaterAtlas · 2026-09-23T12:54:54.588Z
Same source as the recorded value
Water temperature
About This Dive Site
Yapak names several wall sections
New Wave Divers uses Yapak for northern Boracay wall sections called Yapak 1, 2 and 3. This listing remains a broad guide; it does not create three independently located dive sites or identify which section a particular boat will visit.
Wall depth and dive depth differ
The operator describes the wall beginning around 30 m and continuing beyond 70 m, while its outing summary lists 30–40 m. The deeper figure describes terrain, not a recommended dive depth. Confirm the section and planned profile rather than interpreting a listing's maximum as an itinerary.
Experience and conditions matter
The source describes a current-driven dive for experienced divers, with reports of schooling fish, sharks and rays. Sightings are not assured. Ask your operator which experience and training it requires for the proposed route; this partial account does not provide current conditions or a personal dive plan.
Reef face and open water are different viewing areas
New Wave’s named guide distinguishes the reef face from the open water beside it. It associates triggerfish with the wall and describes bannerfish, batfish, fusiliers and sweetlips along the reef edge, while its open-water account reports tuna, trevally and barracuda, together with white-tip reef sharks, marble rays and eagle rays farther from the wall. Those are useful habitat distinctions within the operator’s broad account. They do not locate three independently mapped sites, establish how often any animal appears or turn the wall’s full extent into a planned dive profile.
A specific Yapak 2 outing
The operator’s 1 December 2025 Yapak 2 log records a 30-metre maximum and 32-minute duration. The writer describes a negative entry and descent to the top of the wall, followed by redtooth triggerfish, longfin bannerfish, Moorish idols and fusiliers near its beginning. At a crack, the log reports batfish and harlequin sweetlips. This is a sequence from a particular guided outing, not an entry procedure or route instruction for readers.
The same log describes weak current and 28°C water on that visit. Those observations cannot establish today’s current or a seasonal temperature range. Its view down beyond 50 metres refers to terrain below the divers, not proof that the logged dive descended there. Keeping the observed maximum separate from the depth visible below the wall avoids turning an account of scenery into a deeper itinerary.
Eclipse’s directory labels its account Yapak 1 and describes a 30-metre start and 40-metre maximum. That section-specific account should not silently replace a Yapak 2 visit or New Wave’s broader three-section name. The exact intended section therefore remains important when comparing operator descriptions.
Not yet independently cross-checked. · Eclipse Dive Center · New Wave Divers · New Wave Divers
Advanced Open Water
Current Conditions
Typical current strength at this dive site
Strong
Powerful current. Advanced certification and drift dive experience required. Follow guide instructions.
Strength Scale
None
Mild
Moderate
Strong
Best Time to Visit
Monthly conditions and seasonal highlights — tap a month
OctGood
Shoulder season with generally good conditions. Some variability in weather and visibility.
BestGoodLess FavorablePeak
Marine Life
20 species recorded at this site
Soft Coral (assorted)
Dendronephthya sp.
Documented site occurrence
Source reviewed on 2026-10-14 · Source: DiveGurus Boracay · Observation date not documented
Whitetip Reef Shark
Triaenodon obesus
Documented site occurrence
Source reviewed on 2026-10-14 · Source: New Wave Divers Boracay (dive-site page) · Observation date not documented
Humphead Wrasse (Napoleon)
Cheilinus undulatus
Documented site occurrence
Source reviewed on 2026-10-14 · Source: WaterColors Boracay Dive Resort, Dive Sites & Map page · Observation date not documented
Grey Reef Shark
Carcharhinus amblyrhynchos
Documented site occurrence
Source reviewed on 2026-10-14 · Source: Wicked Squid Divers Boracay (Wayback snapshot 2026-03-12 of /boracay-dive-sites/) · Observation date not documented
Oriental Sweetlips
Plectorhinchus vittatus
Documented site occurrence
Source reviewed on 2026-10-14 · Source: Wicked Squid Divers Boracay (Wayback snapshot 2026-03-12 of /boracay-dive-sites/) · Observation date not documented
Dogtooth Tuna
Gymnosarda unicolor
Documented site occurrence
Source reviewed on 2026-10-14 · Source: WaterColors Boracay Dive Resort, Dive Sites & Map page · Observation date not documented
Redtoothed Triggerfish
Odonus niger
Documented site occurrence
Source reviewed on 2026-10-14 · Source: New Wave Divers Boracay (dated dive log) · Observation date not documented
Longfin Bannerfish
Heniochus acuminatus
Documented site occurrence
Source reviewed on 2026-10-14 · Source: New Wave Divers Boracay (dated dive log) · Observation date not documented
Yellowfin Tuna
Thunnus albacares
Documented site occurrence
Source reviewed on 2026-10-14 · Source: Wicked Squid Divers Boracay (Wayback snapshot 2026-03-12 of /boracay-dive-sites/) · Observation date not documented
Moorish Idol
Zanclus cornutus
Documented site occurrence
Source reviewed on 2026-10-14 · Source: New Wave Divers Boracay (dated dive log) · Observation date not documented
Seahorse (assorted)
Hippocampus spp.
Documented site occurrence
Source reviewed on 2026-10-14 · Source: Alta Vista de Boracay blog (Wayback snapshot 2026-05-15) · Observation date not documented
Batfish (assorted)
Platax spp.
Documented site occurrence
Source reviewed on 2026-10-14 · Source: New Wave Divers Boracay (dive-site page) · Observation date not documented
Barracuda (assorted)
Sphyraena spp.
Documented site occurrence
Source reviewed on 2026-10-14 · Source: New Wave Divers Boracay (dive-site page) · Observation date not documented
Sweetlips (assorted)
Plectorhinchus spp.
Documented site occurrence
Source reviewed on 2026-10-14 · Source: New Wave Divers Boracay (dive-site page) · Observation date not documented
Trevally / Jack (assorted)
Carangidae spp.
Documented site occurrence
Source reviewed on 2026-10-14 · Source: New Wave Divers Boracay (dive-site page) · Observation date not documented
Eagle Ray (assorted)
Aetobatidae and Myliobatidae spp.
Documented site occurrence
Source reviewed on 2026-10-14 · Source: New Wave Divers Boracay (dive-site page) · Observation date not documented
Ocean Sunfish (Mola mola)
Mola mola
Documented site occurrence
Source reviewed on 2026-10-14 · Source: Alta Vista de Boracay blog (Wayback snapshot 2026-05-15) · Observation date not documented
Giant Trevally
Caranx ignobilis
Documented site occurrence
Source reviewed on 2026-10-14 · Source: Wicked Squid Divers Boracay (Wayback snapshot 2026-03-12 of /boracay-dive-sites/) · Observation date not documented
Fusilier (schooling)
Caesio spp.
Documented site occurrence
Source reviewed on 2026-10-14 · Source: New Wave Divers Boracay (dated dive log) · Observation date not documented
Barrel Sponge
Xestospongia testudinaria
Documented site occurrence
Source reviewed on 2026-10-14 · Source: Wicked Squid Divers Boracay (Wayback snapshot 2026-03-12 of /boracay-dive-sites/) · Observation date not documented
Hazards & Safety
Be aware of these potential hazards at this dive site
Strong current
Severity: HighStrong and unpredictable currents are common, requiring advanced drift diving skills and negative entries.
Depth
Severity: HighThe site features deep walls that go beyond recreational diving limits, requiring deep diving certification and experience managing gas consumption and no-decompression limits.
Certification Required
A minimum of Advanced Open Water certification is required to dive this site.
Sources
- Divebooker.com
- Divezone.net
- Eclipse Dive Center
- New Wave Divers
- OpenWaterAtlas
- PADI
- Traveloka
- Underwater Asia
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Vertical range at this site
Minimum Depth
98 ft
Shallowest point
Average Depth
164 ft
Typical dive depth
Maximum Depth
230 ft
Deepest point
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