

Best for beginner divers, 8-25m, shore entry, mild current.
Eldorado Housereef in Dumaguete offers a diverse underwater environment featuring natural reef, artificial structures, muck, and seagrass beds. Suitable for beginners, the site ranges from 8 to 25 metres in depth with mild currents. Divers can encounter species such as Nembrotha nudibranchs, giant frogfish, ornate ghostpipefish, flamboyant cuttlefish, warty anglerfish, painted frogfish, and robust ghost pipefish. Other residents include leaf and ambon scorpionfish, broadclub cuttlefish, and banded pipefish, with rare sightings of emperor angelfish, wunderpus, and peacock mantis shrimp. Shore entry is straightforward, and the site is well-suited for night diving. Full facilities including air fills, showers, and changing rooms are available on-site.
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The full facilities on site, including air fills, showers, and changing rooms, mean you can do multiple dives in a single day without needing to head back to town. Night dives here are a straightforward option given the shore entry and calm conditions, so pack a torch if you want to extend your day.
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No known hazards
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-25m
Visibility
5-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Nov, Dec
Divers frequently record Nembrotha nudibranchs, while giant frogfish, ornate ghostpipefish, flamboyant cuttlefish, warty anglerfish, painted frogfish, robust ghost pipefish, leaf scorpionfish, ambon scorpionfish, broadclub cuttlefish, and banded pipefish are also present. Rare sightings include emperor angelfish, wunderpus, and peacock mantis shrimp.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and accessible depths ranging from 8 to 25 metres.
The depth at Eldorado Housereef ranges from 8 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a shore-entry dive site.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shore entry and varied habitats allow for snorkelling.
Diving at Eldorado Housereef in Negros requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Eldorado Housereef in Negros. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Eldorado Housereef in Negros. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Eldorado Housereef in Negros are January, February, March, April, May, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Eldorado Housereef in Negros typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Eldorado Housereef in Negros typically ranges from 5 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.