Dive-site story
Located off the northern coast of Malapascua Island, Los Bamboos features a gentle reef slope that transitions into sandy patches. The site gets its name from clusters of whip corals and soft coral formations that resemble bamboo stalks. Divers frequently explore this location for quiet muck and macro photography sessions away from the thresher shark crowds.
Abundant macro critters sheltering among whip corals and sandy bottoms
Gentle reef slope ideal for relaxed multi-level diving
Night diving opportunities with active crustaceans and cephalopods
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Calmer seas and optimal visibility coincide with the dry northeast monsoon and summer periods.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Painted frogfishAntennarius pictus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Banded pipefishDoryrhamphus dactyliophorus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Broadclub cuttlefishSepia latimanus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Banded sea kraitLaticauda colubrina | Common | ||||||||||||
| Peacock mantis shrimpOdontodactylus scyllarus | Common |
Marine forecast
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