

Best for beginner divers, 3-30m, shore & boat entry.
Basura is a muck and reef site in Anilao, Philippines, offering a varied underwater landscape that slopes from 3 to 30 metres. This site is suitable for beginners and accessible via both shore and boat entries. Divers can encounter a range of marine life including the Coconut Octopus, Ornate Ghostpipefish, Flamboyant Cuttlefish, and various nudibranchs like Chromodoris. Other species recorded here include the Wonder-worm, Bobtail Squid, Stonefish, and Ambon Scorpionfish. Visibility is variable, ranging from 3 to 20 metres, and water temperatures remain warm between 26 and 30 degrees Celsius. Night diving is available, providing opportunities to observe nocturnal reef inhabitants. Exercise caution regarding sea urchins and sharp coral when navigating the seabed.
13.75660, 120.91977
The site is a favorite for macro photography due to the variety of small creatures found in the sand and debris.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
3-30m
Visibility
3-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
26-30°C
Typical Dive
60 min
Divers can encounter species such as the Coconut Octopus, Ornate Ghostpipefish, Flamboyant Cuttlefish, Chromodoris nudibranchs, Wonder-worms, Bobtail Squid, Stonefish, and Ambon Scorpionfish.
Yes, Basura is suitable for beginner divers, with depths starting as shallow as 3 metres.
The site ranges from 3 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 10 metres.
The site is accessible by both shore and boat entry.
Yes, night diving is available at Basura, which can reveal species that are typically hidden during the day.
Diving at Basura in Solo requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Basura in Solo. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 30°C.
Visibility at Basura in Solo typically ranges from 3 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.