

Best for beginner divers, 5-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Doljo Housereef in Panglao is a gently sloping reef suitable for beginners, extending from 5 metres to a maximum depth of 30 metres with an average of 22 metres. Access is by boat, as the site is located 500 metres from shore. Divers encounter mild currents and visibility between 10 and 25 metres. Marine life includes giant frogfish, chocolate chip sea stars, blue-spotted urchins, wrasses, cardinalfish, hermit crabs, and snails. Water temperatures remain consistent between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius. When surfacing, remain aware of boat traffic. Maintain a respectful distance from all marine life to avoid potential injury or environmental impact.
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Enter by boat and watch for passing vessel traffic on ascent, particularly during surface intervals and safety stops. Keep a close eye on the reef structure at shallow depths where frogfish and ghost pipefish tend to sit motionless against coral, as they are very easy to swim past without noticing.
Accessible by boat from Alona Beach.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
May, Nov
Divers can observe giant frogfish, chocolate chip sea stars, blue-spotted urchins, wrasses, cardinalfish, hermit crabs, and various snails.
Yes, the site features a gently sloping reef and mild currents, making it suitable for newly certified divers.
The reef slopes from 5 metres down to 30 metres, with an average depth of 22 metres.
This is a boat dive located 500 metres from the shore.
May and November offer the most reliable conditions for diving.
Remain aware of boat traffic on the surface during your ascent and safety stops. Additionally, maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Diving at Doljo Housereef in Panglao requires the following certifications: Advanced Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Doljo Housereef in Panglao. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
Doljo Housereef in Panglao typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Doljo Housereef in Panglao typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.