Plongée à Tubbataha Reef — Philippines

Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the heart of the Sulu Sea, is accessible only by liveaboard during a narrow March-to-June season. Its 97,000 hectares of protected reef support hammerhead schools, whale sharks, and some of the healthiest coral in Southeast Asia. The remoteness is part of the appeal — this is diving at its most wild and unspoiled.

Score
76.0
Visibilité
24–46m
Température
26–29°C
Meilleurs mois
March, April, May
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Tubbataha Reef
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76.0

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8.9167°N

119.8167°E

Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the heart of the Sulu Sea, is accessible only by liveaboard during a narrow March-to-June season. Its 97,000 hectares of protected reef support hammerhead schools, whale sharks, and some of the healthiest coral in Southeast Asia. The remoteness is part of the appeal — this is diving at its most wild and unspoiled.

UNESCO's Pristine Underwater Sanctuary

Visibility24–46 m
Temperature26–29°C
Max Depth40 m
Currentmoderate
2-Tank Dive$200
Best MonthsMarch, April, May, June
CertificationAdvanced Open WaterAdvanced

Score Breakdown

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ML95.0CH95.0VIS92.0SV72.0TMP85.0DA78.0OP82.0TS30.0GT30.0VAL55.0CRD92.0SP90.0

Marine Life

95.0

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

Species Diversity
93
Megafauna Encounters
96
Reef Fish Abundance
95
Macro Life
82
Endemic Species
78
Marine Life Diversity
95.0
Coral & Reef Health
95.0
Visibility & Conditions
92.0
Dive Site Variety
72.0
Water Temperature
85.0
Depth & Access
78.0
Operator Quality
82.0
Topside Experience
30.0
Getting There
30.0
Value & Cost
55.0
Crowding
92.0
Social Proof
90.0

Traveling with Non-Divers?

This destination is primarily accessed by liveaboard — not ideal for non-diving partners. Consider planning separate shore-based activities before or after your liveaboard trip.

Activities for Non-Divers

liveaboard-only — no topside activities beyond boat deck

Non-Diver Score

1/10

Dedicated dive destination — not ideal for non-divers.

Family FriendlyNot recommended
Restaurants & Nightlifenone

Safety & Emergency

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Hyperbaric Chamber180 km — AFP Medical Center Chamber, Puerto Princesa
Nearest Hospital180 km

Liveaboard-only; 10-12 hr boat ride to Puerto Princesa; season Mar-Jun only

Skill LevelAdvanced
Current Strengthmoderate

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