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Günter's wall

3.4 — based on 13 community signals
4.2 12 species 24 contributors

Günter's Wall is a year-round Philippine dive site with healthy coral and diverse marine life, backed by community observations and video records.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Intermediate
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Activity
dive
Difficulty
intermediate
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
6.7 kn
Wave
0.32 m
Water
29.6°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WSW (36%)
Now: SW (223°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 1.35m

Today: High 02:00 (+1.32m), Low 10:00 (+0.23m)

+1.3 m0 m-0.0 m
▲ 02:00 · +1.32m ▼ 10:00 · +0.23m ▲ 16:00 · +0.39m ▼ 17:00 · +0.38m Now +1.2m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV9.15 · very high Air PM2.528 · moderate 05:29 17:38
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 9.4 0.46 9 3mm
09-20 11.6 0.42 9 6mm
09-21 11.7 0.36 6 13mm
09-22 10.4 0.46 9 9mm
09-23 5.5 0.16 2 2mm
09-24 5.8 0.08 7 7mm
09-25 6.4 0.22 9 5mm

About this spot

Günter's Wall sits off the Philippines coast as an accessible dive destination with no marine protection restrictions. The site maintains strong coral health with no bleaching stress reported, making it an appealing choice for divers seeking vibrant reef ecosystems. Twelve species observations document the marine life present, giving you a solid sense of what to expect underwater. The site has built a modest but active community following. Three community videos provide real footage of conditions and marine encounters, offering honest previews before you dive. This peer-generated content is invaluable for planning your visit and setting expectations. Year-round diving means you can schedule a trip based on your availability rather than seasonal windows. No specific depth, difficulty, or water temperature data is publicly recorded, so contact local dive operators in the Philippines for current conditions, site briefings, and certification requirements. They'll give you accurate readings on visibility, current strength, and what to bring. The lack of marine protection status means standard Philippine diving regulations apply. Respect local customs, avoid touching coral, and follow your guide's lead. Günter's Wall rewards divers who come prepared with good buoyancy control and awareness.

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Best months

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Dive types

WallReef

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type A/B/C · 220V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 48%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 11431km · ~2629kg · €47

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 54/100
  • Visa: Visa on arrival · 30 days max
  • Flight: 12h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 11h east · 8 days recovery

FAQ

When is the best time to dive Günter's Wall?

Günter's Wall is diveable year-round, so you can plan trips to suit your schedule. For the most reliable conditions, check with local Philippine dive operators about current weather patterns, water clarity, and seasonal current changes in your chosen month.

What depth and difficulty level is this dive?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings are not documented for Günter's Wall. Contact dive shops operating in the Philippines to get accurate briefings on site depth, current strength, and recommended experience levels before booking.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species observations have been recorded at Günter's Wall, documenting the biodiversity present. The site maintains healthy coral with no bleaching stress. Watch the three community videos available to see actual marine encounters and get a realistic preview of what divers typically observe.

Do I need permits or special authorization to dive here?

Günter's Wall is not inside a marine protected area, so standard Philippine diving rules apply. Work with a local dive operator who handles any required registration and can brief you on current regulations, safety protocols, and site-specific conditions.

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

Günter's wall

0 km
Dive centre

Adrian's Cove

1.1 km
Dive centre

Bujong Shoal

3.1 km
Dive centre

Bonnie's place

4.8 km
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Verified marine species observations

9 records · 7 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Episesarma mederi

Malacostraca · Sesarmidae
GBIF
Last seen:
21 Jan 2025
×2records

Austruca perplexa

Malacostraca · Ocypodidae
GBIF
Last seen:
21 Jan 2025
×1records

Diadema setosum

Echinoidea · Diadematidae
GBIF
Last seen:
21 Jan 2025
×1records

Gelasimus vocans

Malacostraca · Ocypodidae
GBIF
Last seen:
21 Jan 2025
×1records

Grapsus albolineatus

Malacostraca · Grapsidae
GBIF
Last seen:
21 Jan 2025
×1records

Hippopus hippopus

Bivalvia · Cardiidae
OBIS
Last seen:
2 Jul 1973
×1records

Astroplegma expansum

Ophiuroidea · Gorgonocephalidae
OBIS
Last seen:
30 Jul 1909
×2records
Depth:
188 m

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

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Diving Philippines Leyte Island - Dive site Günters Wall - Limasawa Island - Bernds Tauchsafaris

Bernds Tauchsafaris

Limasawa Island - Ein Paradies in Süd Leyte in der Sogod Bay. Tauchen Günters Wall - Adrians Cove

Bernds Tauchsafaris

Tauchen Philippinen 2013 Limasawa (Günters Wall)

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  • Ganda talaga ng mga corals at mga isda frish and blue water pa.

    @kristinehafliger9659 · 👍 0
wind peaks Feb-Jan-Jul, calmest May-Oct-Jun.

5-year monthly climate

60 samples
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Jun (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (85/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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