Dive-site story
Maite Marine Sanctuary sits along the southwestern coast of Siquijor, offering a protected coastal reef that slopes gently from shallow seagrass flats down into coral gardens. The site features a mix of hard coral formations, sandy channels, and massive sea anemone patches harboring diverse reef communities. Thanks to local conservation efforts, fish populations thrive across the reef crest, while macro critters shelter among rubble and sponges along the deeper slope.
Protected marine sanctuary status ensuring healthy coral growth and dense fish life
Excellent critter spotting across sand patches and coral bommies
Accessible directly from the beach or via a short bangka ride
Calm conditions ideal for prolonged critter hunting and night diving
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 surface conditions and peak underwater visibility.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Sea TurtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Painted FrogfishAntennarius pictus | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Ribbon EelRhinomuraena quaesita | Common | ||||||||||||
| Clark's AnemonefishAmphiprion clarkii | Common | ||||||||||||
| Flabellina NudibranchCoryphellina rubrolineata | Common |
Marine forecast
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