Dive-site story
Situated along the western shoreline of Samal Island in the Davao Gulf, Punta del Sol features an accessible house reef characterized by a gentle coral slope descending into a silty sand bottom. Mixed hard corals, sponge formations, and scattered artificial reef structures provide habitat for varied macro critters and juvenile reef fish. The location offers calm conditions sheltered from heavy oceanic swell, making it a regular training area and relaxed critter-hunting dive.
Sloping coral garden featuring massive porites formations and artificial structures
Macro photography opportunities with resident nudibranchs, pipefish, and juvenile frogfish
Reliable site for night diving to observe hunting cephalopods and crustacean activity
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Davao Gulf remains divable year-round, though the drier months usually offer calmer sea states and clearer visibility.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red lionfishPterois volitans | Common | ||||||||||||
| Day octopusOctopus cyanea | Common | ||||||||||||
| Painted frogfishAntennarius pictus | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Banded sea kraitLaticauda colubrina | Common |
Marine forecast
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