

Best for intermediate divers, boat entry, mild current.
Santa Rosa is a reef site located off Panglao in the Philippines. This site is accessed exclusively by boat and is suited for intermediate divers. The topography consists of a reef with a shallow profile. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Water temperatures remain consistent throughout the year, fluctuating between 28C and 31C. Conditions are generally calm, though visibility is often best during early morning dives before boat traffic increases. Local arrangements for boat hire and facilities should be confirmed prior to your visit as onsite support varies.
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Check locally for up-to-date boat hire and any facility arrangements before your visit, as onsite support can vary. Visibility at this site can reach 30 metres, so conditions tend to be best when you get out early before afternoon boat traffic stirs up sediment.
Used by dive operators working the Anda/Guindulman coastline and nearby islands.
Recorded at this site
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun
This site is suited for intermediate divers.
Access to Santa Rosa is by boat only; you should arrange transport locally before your visit.
Visibility at Santa Rosa ranges from 10 to 30 metres, with the best conditions typically found in the early morning.
Water temperatures at the site range between 28C and 31C throughout the year.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Santa Rosa in Cebu. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Santa Rosa in Cebu are March, April, May, and June. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.