

Best for advanced divers, Up to 30m, boat entry, strong current.
Cogon is a drift dive in Dumaguete, Philippines, characterised by strong currents that require advanced diving skills. The reef structure extends from the surface to a depth of 30 metres. Divers can expect visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Marine life recorded here includes the Giant Frogfish, Day Octopus, and various nudibranchs such as Chromodoris, Trance Wrinkle Dorid, and Nembrotha. Other species include Sea Krait, Snowflake Moray, Yellow-edged Moray, Indian Lionfish, Harlequin Sweetlips, Titan Triggerfish, Regal Angelfish, Spotfin Lionfish, and the Giant Moray. Boat access is mandatory for this site, and divers must use a surface marker buoy due to the swift currents.
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Co-ordinate your entry timing with your boat crew so they can track your drift and pick you up efficiently at the surface. Carry a surface marker buoy on every dive here, as strong currents can carry you away from your entry point faster than expected.
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No known hazards
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Strong
Divers regularly encounter nudibranchs like Chromodoris, Trance Wrinkle Dorid, and Nembrotha, as well as Sea Krait, Titan Triggerfish, and Regal Angelfish. Less common sightings include the Giant Frogfish, Day Octopus, Indian Lionfish, and various moray eels.
No, Cogon is rated for advanced divers only due to the strong currents and the requirement for precise buoyancy management.
The reef structure at Cogon extends from the surface down to a maximum depth of 30 metres.
Cogon is a boat-only dive site. You must coordinate your entry and exit with your boat crew to manage the drift effectively.
Snorkelling is not recommended at Cogon because the site is a drift dive with strong currents that require boat support for safe entry and retrieval.
Diving at Cogon in Dauin requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Cogon in Dauin. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Cogon in Dauin can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Cogon in Dauin typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.