Dive-site story
Situated along the southern coastline of Bohol, this site revolves around whale shark encounters facilitated by local morning provisioning. Divers descend onto a gentle sandy slope beneath traditional wooden outrigger boats to watch the large filter feeders circle in midwater while feeding on sergestid shrimp. Away from the feeding zone, the seafloor transitions into mixed patch reefs hosting reef fish and small bottom dwellers.
Reliable close encounters with foraging whale sharks along the coastal drop-off
Calm, shallow sandy bottom allowing photographers to shoot upward into ambient surface light
Quick banca boat transit directly off the sandy beaches of Lila
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Calmer seas and clearer underwater visibility prevail during the dry season and northeast monsoon.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whale sharkRhincodon typus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Sharksucker remoraEcheneis naucrates | Common | ||||||||||||
| Giant trevallyCaranx ignobilis | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Blue-green chromisChromis viridis | Common |
Marine forecast
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