

Best for intermediate divers, 12-25m, boat entry, strong current.
Channel of Alad is a drift dive site in Boracay, Philippines, defined by strong currents that require intermediate skill levels. The reef topography spans depths between 12 and 25 metres. Divers should expect visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Access is exclusively by boat, and the current necessitates careful coordination with the boat crew for entry and ascent. Sharks are present in these waters, so maintain awareness of the open water. Species recorded around this area include various nudibranchs, ghost pipefish, lionfish, and pipefish, though these are not confirmed at this specific site.
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Check conditions carefully before entering, as the current can run hard enough to make the dive unsafe for anyone not comfortable with drift technique. Confirm your abort signal and pick-up plan with the boat crew before you splash.
Best approached as a boat dive.
Recorded at this site
Depth
12-25m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-30°C
Current
Strong
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Dec
Species recorded around this area include ghost pipefish, nudibranchs, lionfish, pipefish, and various crustaceans, though these are not confirmed at this exact site.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the strong currents and the requirement for drift diving techniques.
The dive site ranges from 12 to 25 metres in depth.
This is a boat-only dive site; a boat is required for entry and exit.
Snorkelling is not recommended due to the strong currents and the depth of the reef.
Water temperatures range from 26C to 30C throughout the year.
Diving at Channel of Alad in Romblon requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Channel of Alad in Romblon. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Channel of Alad in Romblon are January, February, March, April, May, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.