

Best for advanced divers, 22-29m, boat entry, moderate current.
The Tapilon Wreck is a deep-water site located off Malapascua, Philippines, resting at depths between 22 and 29 metres. This wreck requires advanced certification due to its depth, potential for moderate currents, and structural entanglement risks. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres, allowing for observation of the hull. Divers must exercise caution regarding sharp edges and sea urchins. The site is suitable for both day and night dives. Species recorded around this area include mandarinfish, giant frogfish, blue-ringed octopus, peacock mantis shrimp, ornate ghostpipefish, snowflake moray, various nudibranchs, harlequin sweetlips, spotfin lionfish, whitetip reef sharks, and broadclub cuttlefish.
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Carry a torch even during day dives to inspect crevices and overhangs in the dark interior compartments.
Boat access required from nearby mainland or Malapascua Island.
Recorded at this site
Depth
22-29m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
May, Jun
While not confirmed at this exact site, species recorded around this area include mandarinfish, giant frogfish, blue-ringed octopus, peacock mantis shrimp, ornate ghostpipefish, snowflake moray, nudibranchs, harlequin sweetlips, spotfin lionfish, whitetip reef sharks, and broadclub cuttlefish.
No, the Tapilon Wreck is intended for advanced divers due to the depth of 22 to 29 metres, moderate currents, and the technical nature of navigating a wreck structure.
The wreck lies at a depth range of 22 to 29 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Access to the Tapilon Wreck requires a boat. It is recommended to book a skipper familiar with local current patterns.
While the site is listed for both diving and snorkelling, the depth of 22 to 29 metres makes it primarily a scuba diving location.
Diving at Tapilon Wreck in Tapilon requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Tapilon Wreck in Tapilon. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Tapilon Wreck in Tapilon are May and June. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Tapilon Wreck in Tapilon. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Tapilon Wreck in Tapilon typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.