Plongée à Dumaguete — Philippines

Dumaguete is the Visayas' dive hub, offering world-class muck diving at Dauin where flamboyant cuttlefish and blue-ringed octopus hide in volcanic sand. Day trips reach Apo Island's turtle-filled marine sanctuary and Oslob's controversial whale shark interaction. The university town is affordable, friendly, and packed with dive shops competing for business.

Score
72.2
Visibilité
10–25m
Température
26–30°C
Meilleurs mois
November, December, January
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World Class
Beginner Friendly
Dumaguete
PhilippinesSoutheast Asia
72.2

SCORE

9.3068°N

123.3054°E

Dumaguete is the Visayas' dive hub, offering world-class muck diving at Dauin where flamboyant cuttlefish and blue-ringed octopus hide in volcanic sand. Day trips reach Apo Island's turtle-filled marine sanctuary and Oslob's controversial whale shark interaction. The university town is affordable, friendly, and packed with dive shops competing for business.

Philippines' Gentle Giant and Macro Hub

Visibility10–25 m
Temperature26–30°C
Max Depth35 m
Currentmild
2-Tank Dive$55
Best MonthsNovember, December, January, February
CertificationOpen WaterBeginner Friendly

Score Breakdown

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ML80.0CH72.0VIS62.0SV72.0TMP85.0DA68.0OP75.0TS65.0GT62.0VAL88.0CRD65.0SP72.0

Marine Life

80.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
78
Megafauna Encounters
72
Reef Fish Abundance
80
Macro Life
90
Endemic Species
65
Marine Life Diversity
80.0
Coral & Reef Health
72.0
Visibility & Conditions
62.0
Dive Site Variety
72.0
Water Temperature
85.0
Depth & Access
68.0
Operator Quality
75.0
Topside Experience
65.0
Getting There
62.0
Value & Cost
88.0
Crowding
65.0
Social Proof
72.0

Dive Types

muckreefwallshore

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Great news for traveling couples and families — this is a budget-friendly destination with plenty of affordable topside activities to keep non-divers happy while you explore below the surface.

Activities for Non-Divers

Casaroro Falls hikeTwin LakesSilliman University campusApo Island snorkeling

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Silliman University Anthropology Museum
  • Dumaguete Cathedral

Non-Diver Score

6/10

Good topside options for non-diving companions.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifemoderate

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber80 km — VISCOM Hyperbaric Chamber, Cebu
Nearest Hospital3 km

Chamber in Cebu (2-hour ferry); Holy Child Hospital in Dumaguete for first response

Skill LevelBeginner Friendly
Current Strengthmild

Top Operators

Atmosphere Resorts Dive Center

PADI

4.8
250 reviewsNITROX

Liquid Dumaguete

PADI

4.7
200 reviewsNITROX
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