

Best for beginner divers, 15-40m, shore & boat entry, moderate current.
Lungsodaan MPA in Napantao is a reef and wall site offering drift diving opportunities. The site features a depth range of 15 to 40 metres and is accessible by both shore and boat. Divers encounter moderate currents, which require attention to safety. The topography includes diverse soft and hard corals, such as gorgonian fans, barrel sponges, table corals, and whip corals. Marine life recorded at the site includes snails, hermit crabs, sea stars, three-spot dascyllus, eastern triangular butterflyfish, ocellaris anemonefish, flatworms, and nudibranchs like Chromodoris and Batangas Halgerda. The site is suitable for beginners and typically supports 60-minute dives.
10.04792, 125.02708
The resort offers a diver's rate on private cottages if you book your diving with them.
Located in Lungsodaan, Padre Burgos. Accessible via van from Tacloban City or ferry from Cebu to Hilongos, Maasin, or Ormoc City.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-40m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Mar, May
Divers can observe snails, hermit crabs, sea stars, three-spot dascyllus, eastern triangular butterflyfish, ocellaris anemonefish, flatworms, and nudibranchs including Chromodoris and Batangas Halgerda.
Yes, Lungsodaan MPA is suitable for beginners, though divers should be prepared for moderate currents.
The site ranges from 15 to 40 metres in depth.
Lungsodaan MPA allows for both shore and boat entries.
The best months to visit are March and May.
Diving at Lungsodaan MPA in Padre Burgos requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Lungsodaan MPA in Padre Burgos. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Lungsodaan MPA in Padre Burgos. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
Divers at Lungsodaan MPA in Padre Burgos should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Expect moderate currents at Lungsodaan MPA in Padre Burgos. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.