

Best for intermediate divers, 3-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Coco White South in Southern Leyte offers a varied underwater experience combining reef, wall, and drift diving. The site ranges from 3 to 30 metres in depth, with visibility typically between 10 and 30 metres. Intermediate divers can explore the deeper wall structure before finishing on the shallower reef. A mild current provides a manageable drift, though divers should confirm the direction with the boat crew before entry. Water temperatures remain between 26 and 30 degrees Celsius. Hazards include sharp coral, sea urchins, stonefish, lionfish, and jellyfish. Species recorded around this area include giant frogfish, peacock mantis shrimp, ornate ghostpipefish, and various nudibranchs.
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Keep a sharp eye on the reef substrate throughout the dive, as stonefish blend into the bottom convincingly and lionfish tend to hover near ledges along the wall. Confirm current direction with your boat crew before descending, as even mild drift can affect your exit point.
Most resorts are located along the coastline between Anda town and Basdio, where rocky cliffs require footpath access to the ocean edge.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
3-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-30°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Dec
Species recorded around this area include giant frogfish, peacock mantis shrimp, ornate ghostpipefish, warty anglerfish, nudibranchs, sea kraits, regal angelfish, lionfish, snowflake moray, comet, and broadclub cuttlefish.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the wall structure and drift conditions.
The site ranges from 3 to 30 metres in depth.
This is a boat-only dive site; boat access is required.
While the site is primarily a dive location, the shallower reef sections are accessible, though boat support is required.
Diving at Coco White South in Anda requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Coco White South in Anda. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Coco White South in Anda are January, February, March, April, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Coco White South in Anda should be aware of jellyfish, lionfish, stonefish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Coco White South in Anda typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Coco White South in Anda typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.