

Best for advanced divers, 18-30m, boat entry, strong current.
Washing Machine is a challenging drift dive located in the Tubbataha Reefs, Philippines. The site features a reef wall and drop-off that extends beyond 30 metres. Divers experience strong, unpredictable currents and significant down currents, requiring advanced buoyancy control and experience. Visibility varies between 12 and 45 metres, with water temperatures ranging from 27 to 30 degrees Celsius. Access is exclusively by boat, and the site is suitable for night diving. Due to the potential for surge and strong currents, divers must maintain close contact with their guide and monitor depth carefully throughout the 60-minute dive.
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Brief your team on down-current procedures before entering, as conditions at the wall can change quickly with little warning. Confirm current state and surge forecast with your liveaboard crew before committing to the dive.
Boat dive.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-30m
Visibility
12-45m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the strong, unpredictable currents, surge, and down currents present at the wall.
The site features a wall and drop-off with an average depth of 24 metres, reaching depths between 18 and 30 metres.
Washing Machine is a boat-only dive site located 150 kilometres from shore.
No, this site is designated for diving due to the depth, strong currents, and down currents.
The main hazards include strong currents, significant down currents, and surge. Divers must be prepared for these conditions and monitor their depth closely.
Diving at Washing Machine in Tubbataha requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Washing Machine in Tubbataha. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Washing Machine in Tubbataha are March, April, May, and June. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Washing Machine in Tubbataha can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Washing Machine in Tubbataha typically ranges from 12 metres to 45 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.