

Best for beginner divers, 10-35m, boat entry, moderate current.
Alad Sanctuary Garden is a boat-access reef located off Romblon Island. The site features a depth range of 10 to 35 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Visibility typically spans 10 to 30 metres. The site is suitable for beginners, though divers should remain aware of moderate currents that can strengthen significantly. Boat access is required for all entries and exits to avoid the reef zone. Water temperatures remain between 26 and 30 degrees Celsius. Night diving is permitted, and local facilities include a dive shop and air fills. Divers should coordinate with their boat crew to plan entries and exits effectively.
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Current can pick up sharply here, so plan your entry and exit with your boat crew before you kit up. Timing your dive around slack water will make the experience much more comfortable if you are newer to diving in current.
The site is reached by boat in 20 to 30 minutes from Romblon Town or Lonos.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-35m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Year-round
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though they should stay within the shallower sections and remain aware of the potential for strong currents.
The site ranges from 10 to 35 metres in depth, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Boat access is required for all entries and exits to avoid the reef zone.
Yes, the site is open to both diving and snorkelling activities.
The primary hazard is strong current, which can pick up sharply. Divers and snorkellers should monitor local conditions and coordinate with their boat crew.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Alad Sanctuary Garden in Romblon. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Alad Sanctuary Garden in Romblon are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Alad Sanctuary Garden in Romblon. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Alad Sanctuary Garden in Romblon typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.