

Best for advanced divers, 5-25m, boat entry, moderate current.
Cobrador Sanctuary is a reef site located 3000 metres from shore near Boracay. This advanced dive site features unique rock formations and shallow reefs, with depths ranging from 5 to 25 metres and an average depth of 12 metres. Access is by boat only. Divers and snorkellers should be aware of moderate currents, sea urchins, and sharp coral. Visibility typically fluctuates between 10 and 25 metres. Species recorded around this area include various nudibranchs, ghost pipefish, lionfish, and anemonefish. Typical dives last approximately 45 minutes, and the site is well-suited for snorkelling with a rating of 4 out of 5.
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Buy your packed lunch at the Romblon Shopping Center before boarding your boat, as there are no commercial restaurants on Cobrador Island.
Take a ferry from Batangas Pier to Romblon Port, then charter a private outrigger boat or use public service boats to reach Cobrador Island.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-25m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Oct, Nov, Dec
Species recorded around this area include Chromodoris, Nembrotha, and Trance Wrinkle nudibranchs, as well as ghost pipefish, lionfish, and Pink Skunk Anemonefish.
No, this site is rated for advanced divers due to the moderate currents and specific site conditions.
The depth ranges from 5 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
A boat is required to access this site, which is located 3000 metres from the shore.
Yes, the site is suitable for snorkelling and holds a rating of 4 out of 5.
Diving at Cobrador Sanctuary in Alad requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Cobrador Sanctuary in Alad. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Cobrador Sanctuary in Alad are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Cobrador Sanctuary in Alad should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Expect moderate currents at Cobrador Sanctuary in Alad. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Cobrador Sanctuary in Alad typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.