

Best for beginner divers, 1-10m, shore entry, mild current.
Masasa Beach in Anilao is a shore-entry reef site located on Tingloy Island. The site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 1 to 10 metres and an average depth of 5 metres. Divers and snorkellers can access the reef just 5 metres from the shore. Conditions are generally mild, with visibility typically between 5 and 15 metres and water temperatures ranging from 27 to 30C. Facilities available at the site include toilets, showers, and a rinse station. Be aware of sea urchins and sharp coral when entering or navigating the area.
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Wear protective footwear when swimming to protect feet from sharp rocks or coral stones.
Take a bus from Manila to Batangas City Grand Terminal, then a jeepney to Anilao Port. From the port, take a ferry to Tingloy Port, followed by a tricycle to the beach jump-off point.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 10m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners with an average depth of 5 metres and mild currents.
Yes, the site is well-suited for snorkelling with a rating of 4/5 and a designated zone located just a few metres from the shore.
The reef is accessed directly from the shore, located approximately 5 metres out.
Divers and snorkellers should be cautious of sea urchins and sharp coral present in the area.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Masasa Beach in Tingloy. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Masasa Beach in Tingloy are January, February, March, April, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Masasa Beach in Tingloy typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Masasa Beach in Tingloy typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.