Dive-site story
Located off Malapascua Island, Bugtong Bato consists of an isolated underwater rock formation and sloping reef covered in hard corals, gorgonian sea fans, and soft corals. Divers encounter a rich mix of macro life and passing pelagics along the rock faces, with sweeping currents frequently bringing in schooling fish.
Diverse macro critters sheltered among large gorgonian sea fans and whip corals
Schools of batfish and sweetlips hovering in the current around the main rock formation
Regular encounters with banded sea kraits, moray eels, and hunting trevally
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
The dry northeast monsoon brings the calmest seas and most reliable visibility.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banded Sea KraitLaticauda colubrina | Common | ||||||||||||
| Pinnate BatfishPlatax pinnatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Giant FrogfishAntennarius commerson | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Broadclub CuttlefishSepia latimanus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Blue-spotted Ribbontail RayTaeniura lymma | Common |
Marine forecast
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