

Best for advanced divers, 5-35m, boat entry, strong current.
Snake Island in Panglao offers a diverse underwater environment featuring a reef, wall, drop-off, and muck zones. Depths range from 5 to 35 metres with an average of 20 metres. The site is suited for advanced divers due to strong, unpredictable currents and the requirement for boat access. Visibility typically fluctuates between 10 and 25 metres. Divers should exercise caution around sharp coral and rocks. Night diving is possible, providing opportunities to observe stonefish and sea snakes. Species recorded around this area include various nudibranchs, lionfish, moray eels, and frogfish. Divers should time entries for slack water to manage the current effectively.
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Time your entry to hit slack water or an incoming current that pushes you along the wall rather than off it. Night diving here changes the site considerably, with stonefish especially active and sea snakes hunting more visibly, so carry a primary and backup torch.
Accessible by boat from Panglao Island.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-35m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
50 min
Species recorded around this area include warty anglerfish, giant frogfish, green sea turtles, peacock mantis shrimp, various nudibranchs, lionfish, moray eels, and banded pipefish.
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to strong, unpredictable currents and the technical nature of the wall and muck diving.
The site features a depth range of 5 to 35 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Entry is exclusively via boat, as the site is located 5000 metres from the shore.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the depth range starts at 5 metres. However, the strong currents and distance from shore make it challenging for snorkelling.
Diving at Snake Island 蛇島 in Panglao requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Snake Island 蛇島 in Panglao. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Snake Island 蛇島 in Panglao. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Snake Island 蛇島 in Panglao can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Snake Island 蛇島 in Panglao typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.