

Best for beginner divers, 8-30m, shore entry, mild current.
Mandarin Garden in Southern Leyte is a reef and wall site featuring a mix of walls, steps, and sandy slopes. Suitable for beginners, the site offers shore access with mild currents and depths ranging from 8 to 30 metres, averaging 18 metres. Divers regularly encounter wrasses, while uncommon sightings include Ornate Ghostpipefish, Chromodoris and Nembrotha nudibranchs, Sea Kraits, Spotfin Lionfish, pufferfish, and various crustaceans like Dotted Anemone Crabs and hermit crabs. Green Tree Coral and Grainy Cushion Stars are also present. Night diving is available, and dives typically last 50 minutes. Be cautious of sharp coral when entering or navigating the reef structure.
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Mandarin fish emerge from coral hiding spots at sunset to perform a mating ritual, requiring divers to remain still and avoid using bright dive lights.
Shore dive entry requires confirming entry, exit, and backup procedures.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
26-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Divers can see common wrasses and a variety of uncommon species including Ornate Ghostpipefish, nudibranchs, Sea Kraits, Spotfin Lionfish, pufferfish, and Dotted Anemone Crabs.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, featuring mild currents and accessible shore entry.
The site ranges from 8 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Mandarin Garden is accessed via a shore entry.
Yes, night diving is permitted at this site.
Diving at Mandarin Garden in Anda requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Mandarin Garden in Anda. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Mandarin Garden in Anda are March, April, May, June, July, and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Mandarin Garden in Anda typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.