

Best for intermediate divers, 5-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Gorgonian Channel is a wall and drift dive site in the Tubbataha Reefs, Philippines, featuring a reef structure that descends from 5 to 30 metres. Divers experience moderate currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 35 metres. Due to the depth and potential for strong currents or surge, this site is suited for intermediate divers with advanced certification. Access is by boat only, and the site is available for night diving. Water temperatures remain between 27C and 30C throughout the year. Divers should maintain awareness of sharks and changing current conditions throughout the 60-minute dive.
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Current here can shift quickly and surge is a real factor, so confirm conditions with your liveaboard crew before descending and keep your SMB accessible throughout the dive. Advanced certification is required alongside open water, reflecting the depth and current demands of this site.
Located at the southwest corner of Tubbataha Reef North Islet.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
10-35m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
60 min
No, this site requires intermediate skill levels and advanced certification due to the depth and the presence of moderate to strong currents.
The site features a wall that drops from 5 metres down to 30 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Gorgonian Channel is a boat-only dive site located 150 kilometres from shore.
Divers should be prepared for significant depths, strong currents, surge, and the presence of sharks.
The site is primarily a wall and drift dive with an average depth of 25 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Gorgonian Channel in Palawan requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Gorgonian Channel in Palawan. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Expect moderate currents at Gorgonian Channel in Palawan. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Gorgonian Channel in Palawan typically ranges from 10 metres to 35 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.