

Best for beginner divers, 10-15m, boat entry.
Hard Rock, located off Duka Bay in Southern Leyte, offers a diverse underwater landscape for beginner divers. The site features a combination of reef sections, a drop-off, cavern features, and artificial reef structures. Divers can expect depths between 10 and 15 metres, with an average of 12 metres. Conditions are generally calm with visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 27 and 31 degrees Celsius, though freshwater springs may create localized cold spots. Access to this site is by boat only. Divers should exercise caution around cavern and drop-off edges to avoid contact with sharp coral and rock formations.
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Despite the calm conditions, be careful around the cavern and drop-off edges where sharp coral and rocks can catch fins or hands, so maintain good buoyancy before entering those sections. The site is boat access only, and Duka Bay has parking, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station, so you can pack your full kit without worrying about facilities.
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Depth
10-15m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-31°C
Current
None
Yes, the site is well-suited for beginners, offering a varied underwater landscape at a comfortable depth of 10 to 15 metres.
The depth at Hard Rock ranges from 10 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Hard Rock is a boat-access-only site.
Divers should be aware of sharp coral and rock formations, particularly near the cavern and drop-off edges. Additionally, be alert for sharks and localized cold spots caused by freshwater springs.
Duka Bay provides parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, air fills, equipment rental, a cafe, and boat charter services.
Diving at Hard Rock in Medina requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Hard Rock in Medina. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Hard Rock in Medina. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 31°C.
Visibility at Hard Rock in Medina typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.