

Best for beginner divers, 8-25m, boat entry, mild current.
Coral Garden West is a reef site located off Romblon Island in the Western Visayas. The reef structure extends from 8 metres to a maximum depth of 25 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. This site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and generally relaxed conditions. Visibility typically ranges between 10 and 30 metres. Access to the site is by boat only, and divers should arrange transport and confirm departure times in advance. Water temperatures remain between 26 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Species recorded around this area include various nudibranchs, pipefish, lionfish, and crustaceans.
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Access is by boat only, so arrange your transfer in advance and confirm departure times with your operator the evening before. Facilities at the site are unconfirmed, so pack everything you need, including water and sun protection, before you leave shore.
Divers reach Romblon by overnight ferry from Batangas (9 hours) or via flight to Tablas Airport followed by a short boat transfer.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-25m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-30°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Nov, Dec
Species recorded around this area include Chromodoris and Nembrotha nudibranchs, ghost pipefish, lionfish, and various reef fish and invertebrates.
Yes, the site is well suited to those early in their diving journey, featuring mild currents and a manageable depth profile.
The reef runs from 8 metres down to 25 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site. You must arrange your transfer in advance and confirm departure times with your operator.
While the site is primarily a dive location, the shallow sections of the reef may be accessible for snorkelling depending on boat operator policies.
Diving at Coral Garden West in Alad requires the following certifications: Advanced Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Coral Garden West in Alad. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Coral Garden West in Alad are January, February, March, April, May, June, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Coral Garden West in Alad typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Coral Garden West in Alad typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.