Dive-site story
Located off the coast of Puerto Galera, Ernie's Point features a sloping reef interspersed with massive coral boulders and small undercut caverns. The site earned its name from a giant grouper that long inhabited the primary swim-through along the deeper contours. Divers encounter sponges, gorgonian sea fans, and schools of reef fish sheltering among the rocky terrain.
Small cavern and swim-through overhangs sheltering marine life
Healthy clusters of barrel sponges and soft corals scattered across the slope
Sheltered pockets ideal for spotting hidden crustaceans and juvenile reef species
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Dry season brings the most dependable sea conditions and peak clarity across the Verde Island Passage region.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Giant GrouperEpinephelus lanceolatus | Rare | ||||||||||||
| Giant MorayGymnothorax javanicus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Oriental SweetlipsPlectorhinchus vittatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Hawksbill Sea TurtleEretmochelys imbricata | Common | ||||||||||||
| Banded Sea KraitLaticauda colubrina | Common |
Marine forecast
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