

Best for advanced divers, Up to 40m, boat entry, strong current.
Horse Head is a reef and wall site located in Puerto Galera, Philippines, characterised by a large boulder at approximately 33 metres that resembles a horse head. This site is suitable for advanced divers due to the strong currents and depths reaching 40 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site is best dived during a flood tide. The topography features a mix of reef and wall formations. Divers should be aware of the potential for strong currents and the depth of the site. Marine life is present, though specific species observations are not confirmed for this location.
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Verde Island is known for its large pinnacle and is recommended only for advanced divers due to the current.
Take a private taxi from Manila to Balatero Pier, then a ferry to Mindoro, followed by a tuktuk to the hotel.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 40m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Strong
Best Time
Oct
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the strong currents and depths reaching 40 metres.
The site reaches depths of up to 40 metres, with a notable boulder feature located at approximately 33 metres.
Horse Head requires boat access.
This site is designated for diving and is not suitable for snorkelling due to the depth and strong currents.
Water temperatures range from 26C to 29C throughout the year.
Diving at Horse Head in Puerto Galera requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Horse Head in Puerto Galera. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Horse Head in Puerto Galera are October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.