

Best for intermediate divers, 9-24m, boat entry, moderate current.
Punta Bunga is a boat-accessible reef and wall site in Boracay. The reef flat begins at 9 metres, transitioning into a wall that descends to an average depth of 27 metres. Visibility is variable, ranging from 10 to 40 metres. Divers encounter moderate currents, requiring careful drift planning. The topography features hard corals, sponges, and sea fans. Marine life recorded around this area includes various wrasses, groupers, and nudibranchs. Divers must maintain neutral buoyancy to avoid contact with the reef and potential hazards, including lionfish and stonefish. This site is suited for intermediate divers, with typical dive times of 45 minutes and water temperatures between 26 and 29 degrees Celsius.
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Current at Punta Bunga can strengthen quickly, so agree on a drift plan and abort depth with your dive guide before entering. Stonefish blend perfectly into the reef substrate, so a careful buoyancy check before you drop onto the wall is worth the extra minute.
Entry is by boat dive.
Recorded at this site
Depth
9-24m
Visibility
10-40m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, May, Jun, Nov, Dec
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, groupers, nudibranchs, and various reef fish. Divers should be aware of the presence of lionfish and stonefish on the reef substrate.
No, Punta Bunga is rated for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents and the requirement for precise buoyancy control.
The reef flat starts at 9 metres, and the wall drops to an average depth of 27 metres.
Access to Punta Bunga is by boat only.
This is a dive site with a reef flat starting at 9 metres and a wall dropping to 27 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Punta Bunga in Boracay requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Punta Bunga in Boracay. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Punta Bunga in Boracay are January, February, May, June, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Punta Bunga in Boracay should be aware of lionfish, stonefish. 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 Punta Bunga in Boracay. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Punta Bunga in Boracay typically ranges from 10 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.