

Best for beginner divers, 1-8m, shore entry, mild current.
Bitaog Beach in Southern Leyte offers a shallow marine environment featuring reef flats and seagrass beds. The site is well-suited for beginners, with depths ranging from 1 to 8 metres and an average depth of 4 metres. Access is via a shore entry, and the area experiences mild currents. Visibility typically fluctuates between 10 and 25 metres. Water temperatures remain consistent throughout the year, ranging from 28C to 30C. Divers and snorkellers should be aware of potential hazards, including jellyfish, sharp coral, and surf conditions. Gear storage facilities are available on-site to support diving and snorkelling activities.
9.78550, 125.55580
Head out before dawn to watch small wooden boats arrive with the day's catch and potentially purchase fresh grilled fish.
Travel to Surigao City, then take a boat to San Jose, Dinagat Islands. Bitaog Beach is typically visited as part of an island-hopping tour.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 8m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow average depth of 4 metres and mild currents.
The depth at this site ranges from 1 to 8 metres, with an average depth of 4 metres.
Yes, Bitaog Beach is a shore entry site.
Yes, this site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling, with a snorkel rating of 4 out of 5.
Divers and snorkellers should be cautious of jellyfish, sharp coral, surf, and periods of low visibility.
Diving at Bitaog Beach in Surigao requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Bitaog Beach in Surigao. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Bitaog Beach in Surigao are January, February, March, April, May, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Bitaog Beach in Surigao typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Bitaog Beach in Surigao typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.