

Best for beginner divers, 1-10m, boat entry, mild current.
Tinalisayan Islet and Sandbar is a reef site in the Western Visayas, Philippines, characterised by a long, winding sandbar and a shallow lagoon. Located 1500 metres from shore, the site requires boat access. Divers and snorkellers can explore depths ranging from 1 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres. Conditions are generally mild with visibility between 5 and 15 metres. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, fluctuating between 27C and 30C. The site is suitable for beginners, though visitors should be aware of sea urchins and sharp coral in the area. Typical dives last approximately 60 minutes.
13.05500, 123.03500
Try to not walk on corals and use solar protection clothing instead of solar cream to avoid sunburns.
Access is by boat only, usually arranged from San Pascual on Burias Island as part of a day tour.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
Up to 10m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
There is no specific data available regarding the marine life at this site.
Yes, Tinalisayan Islet and Sandbar is suitable for beginner divers and snorkellers.
The depth ranges from 1 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 1500 metres from shore.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling, with a snorkel rating of 4 out of 5.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Tinalisayan Islet and Sandbar in Masbate. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Tinalisayan Islet and Sandbar in Masbate are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Tinalisayan Islet and Sandbar in Masbate typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Tinalisayan Islet and Sandbar in Masbate typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.