

Best for intermediate divers, 3-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
Pamilacan Island features a diverse topography of reef, wall, and drift environments. Divers can explore depths ranging from 3 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Visibility typically spans 10 to 30 metres, and water temperatures remain between 27 and 30C. Marine life observed at the site includes wrasses, triggerfish, groupers, and various butterflyfish such as the Eastern Triangular and Blackback. Divers may also encounter Snowflake Moray, Chromodoris Nudibranch, Clark's Anemonefish, Pink Skunk Anemonefish, Moorish Idol, Blackspotted Pufferfish, Lizardfish, Indo-Pacific Sergeant Major, and sea cucumbers. Due to moderate currents and significant depths, this site is suited for intermediate divers. Boat access is required, and surface marker buoys are recommended.
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Currents can strengthen quickly at depth, and the site reaches well into decompression diving territory, so plan your bottom time conservatively and confirm your dive plan with the boat crew before descending. Watch for boat traffic during ascents and deploy your surface marker buoy early.
Accessible by boat from Panglao Island.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Divers regularly encounter wrasses, triggerfish, groupers, and butterflyfish. Other species recorded include Snowflake Moray, Chromodoris Nudibranch, various anemonefish, Moorish Idol, Blackspotted Pufferfish, and sea cucumbers.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents and depths reaching up to 40 metres.
The site offers a depth range of 3 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 15 kilometres from shore.
Hazards include boat traffic, moderate currents, significant depth, and potential surf at entry points. Divers should also watch for sea urchins and sharp coral near the reef.
Diving at Pamilacan 帕米拉坎島 in Panglao requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Pamilacan 帕米拉坎島 in Panglao. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Pamilacan 帕米拉坎島 in Panglao. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Expect moderate currents at Pamilacan 帕米拉坎島 in Panglao. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Pamilacan 帕米拉坎島 in Panglao typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.