Philippines · Apo Island

Rock Point West (Apo Island)

Best time to dive

October to May

What you might see

  • Grey reef sharkLikely
  • Manta rayPossible
  • Moray eelLikely
  • Thresher sharkPossible
  • Whale sharkLikely

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 - Not typically viable - strong current makes it unsuitable for casual snorkeling

Safety notes

Strong/unpredictable currents (primary hazard), depth, choppy surface conditions, typhoon season June-December

Permits & fees

Island entrance + guide fee per general Apo Island sanctuary fee structure (figures vary by source)

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Apo Island

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