

Best for intermediate divers, 5-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
Aladin is a marine dive site at Apo Reef, Philippines, offering a combination of wall, reef, and drift diving. The site ranges in depth from 5 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. Visibility typically spans 15 to 40 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site is suited for intermediate divers due to moderate currents that can shift in strength and direction. Divers should maintain awareness of their depth and current conditions throughout the dive. A surface marker buoy is recommended for drift sections to ensure visibility to the boat crew. The site features a wall structure that descends rapidly, requiring careful monitoring of dive computers and air consumption.
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Current direction and strength at Aladin can shift, so brief with your dive guide on the day and confirm a clear surface signal plan with the boat crew before entry. Keep a surface marker buoy ready to deploy, particularly on deeper drift sections where the boat may lose sight of your bubbles.
Reaching the reef requires a 3-hour boat journey from Sablayan.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-40m
Visibility
15-40m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate to strong currents and significant depths.
The site ranges from 5 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Aladin is a boat-only dive site located 30 kilometres from the shore.
Visibility ranges from 15 to 40 metres, and water temperatures fluctuate between 27C and 30C throughout the year. Divers should be prepared for moderate to strong currents.
Maintain awareness of currents during descent and ascent, monitor your dive computer closely, and keep a surface marker buoy ready to deploy for the boat crew.
Diving at Aladin in Sablayan requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Aladin in Sablayan. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Aladin in Sablayan are January, February, March, April, May, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.