Philippines · Mabini, Batangas (Anilao)
Mapating
Also known as: Mapating Rock
Best time to dive
January to December; October to June
What you might see
- Moray eelLikely
- NudibranchLikely
- Sea turtleLikely
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Technical - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.
Snorkelling
Not a snorkel site - No - cave dive
Safety notes
Season- and site-dependent; standard tropical dive precautions; overhead cave - training and light required
Permits & fees
Boat or shore dive from an Anilao resort; several sites are marine sanctuaries with a small fee
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.