

Best for intermediate divers, 10-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Deep Slope in Malapascua is a reef and drop-off site suited for intermediate divers. The site reaches depths of 10 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 21 metres. Access is by boat, and divers should be prepared for mild currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 25 metres. Marine life recorded at this site includes seahorses, painted frogfish, snowflake morays, and various nudibranchs such as Chromodoris. Other species observed include scorpionfish, zebra urchin crabs, wrasses, and striped eel catfish. The site supports night diving, with typical dives lasting 40 minutes. Hazards include the depth, potential for low visibility, nitrogen narcosis, and strong currents.
11.35117, 124.12057
Plan entry and exit with the bangka and use a surface marker buoy.
Usually run as a drift dive from a bangka.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-30m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Nov, Dec
Divers can encounter seahorses, painted frogfish, snowflake morays, and Chromodoris nudibranchs. Other species recorded include scorpionfish, zebra urchin crabs, wrasses, and striped eel catfish.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth and potential for currents.
The site ranges from 10 to 30 metres deep, with an average depth of 21 metres.
Deep Slope requires boat access.
The site is primarily a dive location with an average depth of 21 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Deep Slope in Cebu requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Deep Slope in Cebu. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Deep Slope in Cebu. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Deep Slope in Cebu are January, February, March, April, May, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Deep Slope in Cebu typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Deep Slope in Cebu typically ranges from 5 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.