Cabilao Lighthouse

Best time to dive

January to December; December to June; June to September

What you might see

• BarracudaPossible
• FrogfishLikely
• Ghost pipefishLikely
• Grey reef sharkPossible
• NudibranchLikely
• Pygmy seahorseLikely
• SeahorseLikely

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Certification & difficulty

Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.

Snorkelling

Snorkel-friendly - Yes - a dedicated snorkel spot exists on the shallow reef flat, distinct from the dive wall

Safety notes

Sea snakes and crocodile snake eels present (avoid contact), depth/buoyancy management on wall sections, typhoon season June-December

Permits & fees

A per-diver sanctuary fee is charged by at least one Cabilao operator alongside boat-trip surcharges; exact PHP amount not confirmed

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Cabilao Island