Dive-site story
Situated off the western coast of Occidental Mindoro in the Mindoro Strait, this expansive offshore atoll system is the largest contiguous coral reef in the Philippines. Sheer vertical drop-offs plunge into deep blue water alongside vast plateau formations carpeted in pristine hard corals. Pelagic encounters dominate dive plans here, with schooling predators patrolling the reef crests and walls while turtles cruise through shallow coral gardens.
Drift diving along sheer oceanic walls lined with gorgonian sea fans
Reliable encounters with reef sharks and schools of pelagic fish
Vast fields of pristine hard corals spanning massive underwater plateaus
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
The dry season brings calmer seas and optimal underwater visibility for offshore crossings.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitetip Reef SharkTriaenodon obesus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Grey Reef SharkCarcharhinus amblyrhynchos | Common | ||||||||||||
| Green Sea TurtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Bigeye TrevallyCaranx sexfasciatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Reef Manta RayMobula alfredi | Seasonal |
Marine forecast
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