

Best for intermediate divers, 8-27m, boat entry, moderate current.
Arco Point in Panglao offers a diverse underwater landscape combining a reef, wall, and cave system. Suitable for intermediate divers, the site ranges from 8 to 27 metres in depth with visibility between 10 and 25 metres. Water temperatures remain warm, consistently between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius. The topography includes drift sections and swim-throughs, requiring careful buoyancy control and awareness of moderate currents. Divers should be prepared for an overhead environment within the cave sections. Access is by boat only, with dives typically lasting 30 minutes. Species recorded around this area include various nudibranchs, lionfish, moray eels, and frogfish, while turtles and sea snakes are frequently observed along the wall.
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May and November bring the most favourable conditions, so plan around those months if your schedule allows. The cave section carries real overhead-environment risk, so only enter if you are comfortable with out-of-air procedures and have confirmed your torch is working before splashing.
Short boat ride from Alona Beach.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-27m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
30 min
Best Time
May, Nov
Species recorded around this area include nudibranchs, lionfish, moray eels, frogfish, and wrasses. Turtles and sea snakes are also commonly encountered along the wall.
No, Arco Point is rated for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents, drift sections, and an overhead cave environment.
The site depth ranges from 8 to 27 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Arco Point is a boat-only dive site located 4500 metres from the shore.
May and November offer the most favourable conditions for diving at this site.
Diving at Arco Point in Panglao requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Arco Point in Panglao. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
Expect moderate currents at Arco Point in Panglao. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Arco Point in Panglao typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.