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Sambawan is an offshore volcanic islet system located off the coast of Biliran, commonly visited on day safari trips from Malapascua. The underwater landscape features gently sloping coral gardens that transition into steep drop-offs and scattered boulder formations. Currents sweeping across the open channel bring clear oceanic water and sustain massive gorgonian sea fans, soft coral carpets, and dense aggregations of reef fish along the outer slopes.
Extensive fields of soft corals and massive sea fans lining the drop-offs
Frequent encounters with green sea turtles and cruising pelagic fish
Vibrant macro life including assorted nudibranchs and frogfish tucked into rocky crevices
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Calmest seas and best underwater visibility occur during the dry season and shoulder transition months.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Sea TurtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Whitetip Reef SharkTriaenodon obesus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Bigeye TrevallyCaranx sexfasciatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Painted FrogfishAntennarius pictus | Seasonal |
Marine forecast
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