Plongée à Siquijor — Philippines

Siquijor is the Philippines' 'island of fire,' famed for its mystic healers and firefly-lit balete trees. Underwater, healthy house reefs slope into walls with excellent macro life and mandarin fish dusk dives. The island sees a fraction of the divers visiting nearby Bohol, making it a peaceful alternative with equally impressive reef health.

Score
69.1
Visibilité
12–30m
Température
26–30°C
Meilleurs mois
November, December, January
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Siquijor
PhilippinesSoutheast Asia
69.1

SCORE

9.2000°N

123.5500°E

Siquijor is the Philippines' 'island of fire,' famed for its mystic healers and firefly-lit balete trees. Underwater, healthy house reefs slope into walls with excellent macro life and mandarin fish dusk dives. The island sees a fraction of the divers visiting nearby Bohol, making it a peaceful alternative with equally impressive reef health.

Mystic Island with Pristine Reefs

Visibility12–30 m
Temperature26–30°C
Max Depth30 m
Currentmild
2-Tank Dive$50
Best MonthsNovember, December, January, February
CertificationOpen WaterBeginner Friendly

Score Breakdown

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ML70.0CH72.0VIS72.0SV55.0TMP85.0DA58.0OP65.0TS72.0GT52.0VAL88.0CRD85.0SP55.0

Marine Life

70.0

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

Species Diversity
68
Megafauna Encounters
50
Reef Fish Abundance
75
Macro Life
78
Endemic Species
58
Marine Life Diversity
70.0
Coral & Reef Health
72.0
Visibility & Conditions
72.0
Dive Site Variety
55.0
Water Temperature
85.0
Depth & Access
58.0
Operator Quality
65.0
Topside Experience
72.0
Getting There
52.0
Value & Cost
88.0
Crowding
85.0
Social Proof
55.0

Dive Types

reefwallshoremacro

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

Cambugahay Fallsenchanted balete treeSalagdoong Beach cliff jumpingmotorcycle island tour

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • San Isidro Labrador Church
  • Lazi Convent (heritage site)

Non-Diver Score

7/10

Good topside options for non-diving companions.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifebasic

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber120 km — VISCOM Hyperbaric Chamber, Cebu
Nearest Hospital5 km

Basic hospital on island; chamber in Cebu requires ferry — dive conservatively

Skill LevelBeginner Friendly
Current Strengthmild

Top Operators

Siquijor Diving

PADI

4.6
80 reviews

Islander Divers

SSI

4.5
60 reviews