

Best for beginner divers, 8-12m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Black Rock 3 is a reef site in Moalboal, Philippines, suitable for beginner divers. The site features an average depth of 10 metres, ranging between 8 and 12 metres. Divers can access the reef via boat or shore entry. Conditions are generally calm with mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. The site is also available for night diving. Species recorded around this area include various nudibranchs such as Chromodoris and Nembrotha, as well as Yellow-edged Moray, Indian Lionfish, Ribbon Eel, and Longnose Hawkfish. Water temperatures typically range from 28 to 31 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
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Because the site is diveable year-round and carries only mild current, there is no single best window, but coming early in the morning typically gives you the clearest water before any surface chop builds. Confirm current facility availability locally before you arrive, as amenities can vary.
Entry is usually by boat dive.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
8-12m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec
While specific sightings vary, species recorded around this area include Chromodoris and Nembrotha nudibranchs, Yellow-edged Moray, Indian Lionfish, Ribbon Eel, and Longnose Hawkfish.
Yes, Black Rock 3 is considered an approachable reef dive for newly certified open water divers due to its shallow depth and mild currents.
The site has a depth range of 8 to 12 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Yes, entry to the reef is possible from both shore and boat.
The site is primarily designated for diving, though its shallow depth profile may accommodate snorkelling depending on local conditions.
Diving at Black Rock 3 in Sipalay requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Black Rock 3 in Sipalay. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Black Rock 3 in Sipalay are April, May, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Black Rock 3 in Sipalay typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Black Rock 3 in Sipalay typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.