Dive-site story
Located off Sumilon Island in Cebu, Manit offers a mix of sloping reef sections and drop-offs influenced by the tidal flow of the surrounding strait. Soft coral colonies, barrel sponges, and gorgonians cover the substrate, providing habitat for a wide variety of reef fish and invertebrates. Divers frequently encounter schooling trevally, foraging sea turtles, and cruising blacktip reef sharks along the edge of the slope.
Extensive hard and soft coral cover cascading down a dramatic underwater slope
Frequent sightings of sea turtles, jacks, and occasional patrolling reef sharks
Excellent macro life including colorful nudibranchs and mantis shrimp
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
The dry season brings the calmest surface conditions and the clearest water.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blacktip reef sharkCarcharhinus melanopterus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Green sea turtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Bigeye trevallyCaranx sexfasciatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Banded sea kraitLaticauda colubrina | Common | ||||||||||||
| NudibranchNudibranchia | Common |
Marine forecast
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