

Best for beginner divers, 3-10m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Whaleshark Point is a shallow reef and artificial reef site located 50 metres from the shore near Dumaguete. The site features an average depth of 7 metres, with a total range between 3 and 10 metres. Conditions are generally mild, with visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres and water temperatures between 28 and 31C. Entry is possible from both shore and boat, making this an accessible location for beginner divers. Species recorded around this area include various wrasses, butterflyfish, moray eels, and nudibranchs, alongside occasional sightings of reef sharks and lionfish.
9.50360, 123.41600
The best months to visit are March to May when the sea is calm.
Pick-up and drop-off services are available from various locations including Cebu City, Mactan, and Moalboal. Walk-in guests should meet at the whale shark watching briefing area between 6 AM and 10 AM.
No known hazards
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-10m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, spotfin butterflyfish, snowflake moray, Indian lionfish, and various nudibranchs. Occasional sightings of whitetip reef sharks and whale sharks have been recorded in the broader vicinity.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the shallow depth range of 3 to 10 metres and mild current conditions.
The depth at Whaleshark Point ranges from 3 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 7 metres.
Access to the site is available by both boat and shore, as it is located 50 metres from the coastline.
Given the shallow depth of 3 to 10 metres, the site is suitable for snorkelling.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Whaleshark Point, Oslob in Oslob. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Whaleshark Point, Oslob in Oslob are March, April, and May. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Whaleshark Point, Oslob in Oslob typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Whaleshark Point, Oslob in Oslob typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.