Dive-site story
Situated in the Bohol Strait off the western coast of Loon, Cabilao Island features dramatic drop-offs and vertical coral walls. Dense forests of sea fans cling to the sheer faces, while the shallow reef tops provide feeding grounds for sea turtles and reef fish. Divers frequently encounter macro subjects like pygmy seahorses and nudibranchs tucked along gorgonians, alongside cruising pelagics out in the blue.
Steep wall drop-offs covered in giant sea fans and sponges
Macro photography opportunities including pygmy seahorses and frogfish
Regular sightings of green and hawksbill sea turtles along the reef edge
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
The dry season brings optimal visibility and calm sea conditions.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bargibant's Pygmy SeahorseHippocampus bargibanti | Common | ||||||||||||
| Hawksbill TurtleEretmochelys imbricata | Common | ||||||||||||
| Green Sea TurtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Giant FrogfishAntennarius commerson | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Bigeye TrevallyCaranx sexfasciatus | Common |
Marine forecast
