Philippines · Mactan/Olango
Hilutungan Island
Also known as: Hilutungan Marine Sanctuary
Best time to dive
January to December
What you might see
- Grey reef sharkPossible
- NudibranchLikely
- Sea turtlePossible
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Open Water
Snorkelling
Snorkel-friendly - yes - excellent shallow biodiverse reef
Safety notes
heavy day-tripper boat and snorkeler congestion, channel current
Permits & fees
Hilutungan Marine Sanctuary environmental/entrance fee (Cordova LGU, Olango Island Group)
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Mactan
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.