

Best for intermediate divers, 8-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
Sumilon The Wall is a drift dive located off the coast of Dumaguete, Philippines. The site features a vertical wall structure that drops from 8 metres to a maximum depth of 40 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Due to the moderate current, this site is suited for intermediate divers and requires boat access. Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres, providing clear sightlines along the reef face. Divers should maintain awareness of the significant depth range and monitor for boat traffic upon surfacing. The site is best visited during May and November when conditions are most consistent.
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Plan conservatively around the 28-35 metre reference depth and stay within certification limits.
Entry is usually by boat dive.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
May, Nov
The wall drops from approximately 8 metres down to 40 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents and the significant depth range.
Access is by boat only, as the site is located 10,000 metres from the shore.
May and November offer the most consistent conditions, including manageable currents and peak visibility.
Divers must monitor the moderate current, manage their depth carefully, and remain alert for boat traffic when surfacing.
Diving at Sumilon The Wall in Oslob requires the following certifications: AOW. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Sumilon The Wall in Oslob. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Sumilon The Wall in Oslob are May and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Sumilon The Wall in Oslob. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Sumilon The Wall in Oslob typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.