Philippines · Mabini, Batangas (Anilao)

Layag-Layag

Best time to dive

November to June; November to December; April to May

What you might see

  • BarracudaPossible
  • Grey reef sharkPossible
  • NudibranchLikely

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

Not a snorkel site - No - drift/current site not suited to snorkeling

Safety notes

Typhoon/monsoon season Jun-Nov (peak Jul-Sep); strong currents require drift-diving skill and boat cover

Permits & fees

Mabini LGU marine sanctuary/environmental dive fee applies (per-day, amount set locally - confirm with operator)

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Anilao

This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.