

Best for beginner divers, 5-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Bita-Ug in Panglao offers a diverse underwater landscape featuring a reef, wall, cave, and pinnacle. Divers and snorkellers can explore the shallower reef sections, while the wall extends to a maximum depth of 30 metres. The site is accessible only by boat, with visibility ranging from 5 to 25 metres. Water temperatures remain between 27 and 30C throughout the year. While currents are generally moderate, they can strengthen without warning. Divers should monitor their proximity to the wall and use a surface marker buoy during ascents. Due to the potential for strong currents, maintain close contact with your guide and confirm all boat departure details in advance.
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This is a boat-access-only site, so confirm your operator and departure details in advance as there are no nearby town facilities to fall back on. Moderate current can shift to strong with little warning, so stay close to your guide and plan your entry and exit points before descending.
Entry is usually by boat dive.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug
The site features topography between 5 and 30 metres, making it suitable for various skill levels.
Yes, the site is rated for beginners, though divers must be prepared for moderate currents that can strengthen unexpectedly.
Yes, snorkellers can explore the shallower reef sections of the site.
Access is by boat only. You must confirm your operator and departure details in advance as there are no town facilities nearby.
The primary hazard is strong current, which can develop without warning. Divers should monitor their proximity to the wall and use a surface marker buoy during all ascents.
Diving at Bita-Ug in Panglao requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Bita-Ug in Panglao. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Bita-Ug in Panglao are March, April, May, June, July, and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Bita-Ug in Panglao. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Bita-Ug in Panglao typically ranges from 5 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.