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
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
Score Breakdown
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Marine Life
70.0Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.
Dive Types
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
Nearby Cultural Sites
- San Isidro Labrador Church
- Lazi Convent (heritage site)
Non-Diver Score
Good topside options for non-diving companions.
Safety & Emergency
Basic hospital on island; chamber in Cebu requires ferry — dive conservatively
Top Operators
Siquijor Diving
PADI
Islander Divers
SSI