

Best for beginner divers, 3-40m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Agus Bay in Panglao features a diverse underwater topography suitable for beginner divers. The site transitions from a shallow reef at 3 metres to a wall that descends to 40 metres. Divers can access the site via boat or shore entry, with mild currents and visibility typically ranging between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures remain warm, fluctuating from 27 to 31 degrees Celsius throughout the year. When entering from the shore, shuffle your feet to avoid contact with bottom-dwelling animals. Maintain strict buoyancy control throughout the dive to avoid contact with the reef surface, where lionfish and stonefish are present.
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Because the site is shore-accessible without a boat, you can enter at first light when the water is often at its calmest and visibility tends to be at its best. Always shuffle your feet when walking on any sandy or rocky shallows near the entry point to avoid stepping on a stonefish.
10 minutes by boat from Scotty's Dive Center.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
27-31°C
Current
Mild
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and shallow reef sections, though divers should remain cautious near the deeper wall.
The site features a shallow reef starting at 3 metres and a wall that drops to a maximum depth of 40 metres.
Yes, Agus Bay allows for both boat and shore entries. When entering from the shore, shuffle your feet to avoid stonefish in the shallows.
Lionfish and stonefish are present on the reef. Divers should maintain strict buoyancy control to avoid contact with the reef and shuffle their feet when entering from the shore.
Diving at Agus Bay in Cebu requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Agus Bay in Cebu. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 31°C.
Agus Bay in Cebu typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Agus Bay in Cebu typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.