

Best for intermediate divers, 5-30m, boat entry, mild current.
The Tunnel is an L-shaped cave system located beneath Gato Island. This site offers a diverse underwater experience, combining a tunnel passage with surrounding reef and wall topography. Divers typically navigate the 30-metre tunnel, which features an overhead environment and a light-admitting window. The site is accessible only by boat and is suited for intermediate divers due to the overhead environment. Depths range from 5 to 30 metres, with an average of 24 metres. Conditions include mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, between 28 and 31C. Night diving is available at this location.
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Patience and slow movement inside the tunnel frequently result in face-to-face encounters with whitetip reef sharks at arm’s length.
Exclusively accessible as a day trip from Malapascua Island, roughly an hour by banka boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Nov, Dec
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers, primarily due to the overhead environment within the tunnel.
The site ranges from 5 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 24 metres.
The Tunnel requires a boat for access, as it is located approximately 12,000 metres from the shore.
Divers should be aware of the overhead environment, jellyfish, sea urchins, sharks, and sharp coral.
The site is designated for diving, and given the depth and overhead nature of the tunnel, it is not suitable for snorkelling.
Diving at The Tunnel in Daanbantayan requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at The Tunnel in Daanbantayan. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit The Tunnel in Daanbantayan are January, February, March, April, May, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
The Tunnel in Daanbantayan typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at The Tunnel in Daanbantayan typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.