Explore the muck diving in Dauin and experience the magic of Apo Island.
Explore our dive sites and discover the wonders that lie beneath the waves.
We offer packages with 3 or 2 dives to Apo Island, including lunch, snacks, water, coffee and tea.
For those interested in diving at our Dauin sites, we also offer affordable dive rates that include beach and boat entry, equipment rental, as well as Marine Sanctuary fees and any other entry fees.
We look forward to diving with you!
Dauin offers some of the best muck diving and macro life in the Philippines.
The coral reef of Dauin South is also stunning, with an abundance of colorful fish swimming amongst the vibrant corals.
It's a great destination for divers looking for a varied and exciting underwater experience. Whether you're a seasoned diver or just starting out, Dauin has something to offer for divers of all levels.
Type
Corals & Muck Dive
Max Depth
18-24 m
Marine Protected
No
Description
Discover Bacong's concrete pier, located just 50m away from the beach and reaching a depth of 20m. Dive into an eerie yet easy-to-navigate site with a diverse range of marine life, including nudibranchs, batfish, seahorses, and possibly even frogfish. Don't be alarmed by some debris on the seafloor, as it's part of the critters' natural habitat, adding to the fascinating atmosphere.
Tip: We recommend using Nitrox to maximize your bottom time.
Type
Corals & Muck Dive
Marine Protected
No
Max Depth
22 m
Description
Mainit, meaning "hot" or "boiling water" in Filipino, is a volcanic dive site with warm seabeds and black sand. Its strong currents make it perfect for drift dives and spotting barracudas, Moorish idols, and banner fish. Ghost pipefish and Flabellina nudibranchs also call this diverse location home.
Tip: Try out the drift diving specialty or add it to your Adventure dives during the PADI Advanced Open Water course at this exciting location for experiencing currents.
Type
Muck Dive
Max Depth
18 m
Marine Protected
Yes
Description
This muck dive offers a plethora of interesting sights! Macro enthusiasts will delight in scouring the sand for the various tiny critters that call it home, as well as exploring the sunken coconut trunk. Divers can expect to spot numerous species of nudibranchs, including the "Shaun the sheep" (Costasiella sp.), along with various frogfish such as the hairy, painted, and warty species.
Type
Muck Dive
Max Depth
18-24 m
Marine Protected
Yes
Description
This dive site offers a fantastic opportunity for muck diving and spotting some fascinating macro life. Divers can look forward to encountering species such as Rhinopias, hairy frogfish, and wonderpus, making it a must-visit location for those interested in underwater photography and marine life enthusiasts.
Tip: for macro lovers!
Type
Muck Dive
Max Depth
22 m
Marine Protected
Yes
Description
This dive site features a unique combination of a couple of sunken boats and an artificial reef, attracting schools of fish, groupers, bannerfish, and blue spotted stingrays that gracefully swim away as divers approach.
Type
Muck Dive
Max Depth
22 m
Marine Protected
Yes
Description
This sandy slope offers a high chance of spotting a variety of marine life such as thorny seahorses, octopus, flamboyant cuttlefish, Ambon scorpionfish, frogfish, pipefish, and more.
Type
Muck Dive
Max Depth
18 m
Marine Protected
Yes
Description
This dive site features a sandy slope with rocks and pebbles, perfect for spotting various octopus species like the blue ringed, mimic, wonderpus, and mototi. Divers can also expect to encounter warty and hairy frogfish at this location, making it a must-visit spot.
Tip: The best time to dive there is between October and February, but it's important to note that the current can be strong outside of slack time. Check with your dive master to determine the best time to dive.
Type
Muck Dive
Max Depth
28 m
Marine Protected
Yes
Description
Tires' is a lovely little reef made of truck tires tied together on a sandy slope starting at 18m. Here, you can spot ghost and banded pipefish, nudibranchs, seahorses, and "Shaun the sheep" nudibranchs. 'Cars' is another must-visit site, with both shallow and deep areas full of marine life. The shallow area has sunken mooring lines and concrete blocks, while the deeper area features old car wrecks and a concrete mixer hosting ghost pipefish, nudibranch, stargazers, tiny frogfish, lionfish, and flamboyant cuttlefish.
Tip: To fully explore the area, it's recommended to do a couple of dives. Using nitrox can help to maximize bottom time when diving the deeper part.
Type
Reef
Max Depth
18-24 m
Marine Protected
Yes
Description
Our house reef, the first marine protected area in Dauin, boasts a diverse range of corals, including staghorn, brain and mushroom corals, as well as sponges, anemone and their clown fish, and abundant reef fish. With its shallow depth and ease of diving, it is perfect for beginners, and a sandy area before the reef provides an ideal spot for practicing confined water skills required for the PADI Open Water Diver course. Additionally, the area is a known spot for sightings of green turtles.
Type
Reef & Muck
Max Depth
18-32 m
Marine Protected
Yes
Description
This dive site offers two unique experiences for divers. The northern area boasts a stunning reef slope with an abundance of coral gardens and reef fish. Divers can also expect to spot macro creatures such as sea turtles, candy crab, pink hairy lobster, mantis shrimp, and garden eels. On the other hand, the deeper muck diving area features scattered reefs and is home to nudibranchs, warty frogfish, and juvenile sea creatures.
Tip: Macro enthusiasts will love exploring this section of the dive site.
Type
Reef
Max Depth
20 m
Marine Protected
Yes
Description
This is a great dive site created by dozens of truck tires that have been tied together. It is a paradise for macro lovers and photographers as the reef is home to countless critters. Frogfish, mantis shrimp, lobsters, nudibranchs, wonderpus, and many more are eagerly waiting to greet you during your visit.
Type
Reef & Muck
Max Depth
22 m
Marine Protected
Yes
Description
This renowned dive site in Dauin features a beautiful little reef surrounded by a sandy slope. Divers can encounter a variety of marine life, including schools of pelagic fish like yellow snappers and jacks, colorful chromodoris and nembrotha nudibranchs, pipefish, banded sea snakes, moray eels, blue spotted stingrays, and warty frogfish.
Type
Reef
Max Depth
24 m
Marine Protected
Yes
Description
Named after the pyramid-shaped metal structures, Pyramids is an artificial reef that boasts a diverse range of critters, making it a popular macro dive site. Keep an eye out for giant and warty frogfish, as well as various species of nudibranchs, such as jorunna, hypselodoris, and nembrotha. You may also come across a snowflake moray eel and other fascinating marine creatures.
Type
Reef & Muck
Max Depth
22 m
Marine Protected
Yes
Description
This dive site is divided into two separate areas, which are separated by a mucky gorge. The north side, located within the marine protected area, is a slope covered in small soft and hard corals. Divers can spot a variety of reef fish and macro creatures in this area. On the other hand, the south side of the site offers great opportunities for muck diving and reef diving. Divers can expect to see numerous nudibranchs, including the famous Halgerda batangas, black coral sea snails like the spindle cowrie, schools of yellow snappers, saw-blade shrimp, and more!
Tip: We highly suggest checking out the south area, as it is a fantastic spot for those interested in photography and macro diving.
Type
Reef & Wall
Max Depth
18-24 m
Marine Protected
Yes
Description
This dive site has a diverse range of underwater topography, including dark sandy areas, stunning coral gardens, a short wall, and white sandy expanses, where volcanic bubbles can be seen rising from the seabed. The reef area is home to a variety of marine life, including Nembrotha nudibranch, bearded scorpionfish, and many other macro creatures, making it a must-visit location for avid macro enthusiasts.
Type
Reef & Muck
Max Depth
30 m
Marine Protected
Yes
Description
This dive site boasts a stunning reef and a plethora of marine life. Ranging from 5m to 30m, it offers a unique blend of muck and reef diving. Keep your eyes peeled for cuttlefish, harlequin shrimps, and both robust and ornate ghost pipefish.
Type
Muck Dive
Max Depth
18 m
Marine Protected
Yes
Description
This dive site is located near the old Dauin pier where locals often jump into the sea. The sandy bottom with scattered rocks makes it a perfect muck diving spot. Divers can anticipate encountering an abundance of frogfish, flatworms, nudibranchs, and various species of octopuses.
Type
Muck Dive
Max Depth
20 m
Marine Protected
No
Description
This dive site offers a proper muck diving experience, with a bottom that can be quite muddy. Here you can spot a variety of marine life, including thorny seahorses and warty frogfish.
Tip: New divers should be mindful of their buoyancy as the silt on the bottom can easily disturb the visibility. However, overall, this dive site is considered easy.
Type
Muck Dive
Max Depth
26 m
Marine Protected
Yes
Description
This fantastic dive site is situated in front of the Thalatta resort, and is ideal for macro enthusiasts. Abundant with marine life, with patches of corals scattered throughout, you can spot various species including flatworms, robust and ornate ghost pipefish, nudibranchs, warty, painted and hairy frogfish, harlequin shrimps, bobbit worms and many more.
Tip: Consider experiencing a night dive in this location!
Type
Reef & Wall
Max Depth
18-24 m
Marine Protected
Yes
Description
This dive site has a diverse range of underwater topography, including dark sandy areas, stunning coral gardens, a short wall, and white sandy expanses, where volcanic bubbles can be seen rising from the seabed. The reef area is home to a variety of marine life, including Nembrotha nudibranch, bearded scorpionfish, and many other macro creatures, making it a must-visit location for avid macro enthusiasts.
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The dive sites around Apo Island are world-renowned for their exceptional quality, and are considered among the best in the Philippines.
The island's clear and warm waters are home to an impressive array of hard and soft corals, a myriad of colorful reef fish, and tranquil sea turtles.
With a total area of 72 hectares, this volcanic island boasts a marine sanctuary that is home to over 650 species of fish and more than 400 species of coral.
Diving in Apo Island is an unforgettable experience that is unique to the region.
Type
Reef & Wall
Max Depth
18-24 m
Marine Protected
Yes
Description
This dive site boasts a diverse range of underwater topography, including dark sandy areas, stunning coral gardens, a short wall, and white sandy expanses, where volcanic bubbles can be seen rising from the seabed. The reef area is home to a variety of marine life, including Nembrotha nudibranch, bearded scorpionfish, and many other macro creatures, making it a must-visit location for avid macro enthusiasts.
Type
Reef & Wall
Max Depth
28 m
Marine Protected
Yes
Description
The dive site derives its name from the chapel on Apo Island visible from the boat. Starting on a white sandy slope with shallow corals, the dive continues towards a wall that drops to over 30 meters, although it's recommended to hover between 18 to 24 meters to fully appreciate the wall's grandeur. Typically a drift dive, you'll encounter schools of reef fish, banded sea snakes, and if you're lucky, a glimpse of the magnificent bumphead parrotfish in the deep waters. At the end of the wall, you'll also get the chance to explore a small cave.
Type
Reef
Max Depth
24 m
Marine Protected
Yes
Description
This dive site is perfect for novice divers, offering a gentle and enjoyable experience. The abundance of corals creates a beautiful and colorful underwater landscape, while friendly sea turtles and reef fish swim alongside divers. The slope ranges from 5m to around 24m, providing a variety of depths to explore and enjoy.
Type
Reef
Max Depth
28 m
Marine Protected
Yes
Description
This dive site features a steep coral slope that boasts a plethora of marine creatures. Depending on the current, it can be done as an exhilarating drift dive. Divers will be awed by the sheer quantity of marine life to see, from a diverse array of hard and soft corals to banded sea snakes, jacks, marbled groupers, and hawksbill and green turtles.
Type
Reef & Wall
Max Depth
18-24 m
Marine Protected
Yes
Description
This dive site features a wall that leads into a steep coral slope, much like Rock Point West. Divers can expect to spot numerous turtles in the shallow reef, along with a diverse range of stunning corals. Other fascinating marine creatures that can be observed here include banded sea snakes, octopuses, and nudibranchs.
Type
Reef
Max Depth
25 m
Marine Protected
Yes
Description
At the beginning of the dive, divers will find themselves on a sandy bottom that is encircled by a coral arena-like structure. This dive site is known to harbor giant frogfish, sea turtles, moray eels, eagle rays, Moorish idols, and many other varieties of colorful reef fish.
Type
Dirft & Muck
Max Depth
28 m
Marine Protected
Yes
Description
Cogon is a picturesque and exciting dive site that offers a stunning reef and drift dive. Its sandy slope, coral slope, and wall make it a diverse and fascinating spot for experienced divers. The area is abundant with marine life, including filefish, sweetlips, sea turtles, and big eye trevallies swimming in schools. Cogon's name is derived from the grass variety found along its shores, which only adds to the site's charm.
Type
Dirft Dive
Max Depth
24 m
Marine Protected
Yes
Description
This dive site is not for the faint-hearted, as it offers a thrilling and challenging drift dive experience. Advanced divers will appreciate the diverse marine life and stunning coral reef, while being mindful of the strong and unpredictable current. Keep an eye out for bigeye trevallies and other large fish swimming by.
Tip: Our dive masters will inform you of the safety status of the dive site based on the prevailing tides and weather conditions.
Discover Apo Island's aquatic wonders with our dive and snorkel packages.
Dive into thrilling adventures with three amazing dives or immerse yourself in vibrant marine life while snorkeling at multiple sites.
Both packages include snacks, lunch, water, coffee, and tea, as well as Marine Sanctuary and island entry fees.
Dive into the depths during the day or embark on an exhilarating night dive.
Our rates include beach and boat entry, equipment rental, and the expertise of our dive masters who will lead you to the most remarkable spots for a secure and enjoyable adventure. Witness the ocean's nocturnal wonders with a dedicated torch, revealing a vibrant ecosystem that comes alive after dark.
We offer dive computer rentals so you can dive smarter and monitor things like your dive profile and bottom time.
We provide reliable and high-quality flashlight rentals to ensure visibility and a great night diving experience
Go snorkeling and discover the beauty of the underwater world without the need for scuba diving equipment.
Let us take care of your transportation needs with our van pick-up service that can seat up to 6-8 people.
If you're arriving at Sibulan Seaport, we also offer van pick-up services for 6-8 people to pick you up comfortably.
Please fill out the form and our dedicated team will get in touch to confirm your booking, discuss dive availability, and address any requests or questions you may have.
We can't wait to explore the depths with you!
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