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Pinnacle Point

3.2 — based on 8 community signals
4.0 5 species 5 contributors

Pinnacle Point offers year-round diving in the Philippines with documented marine life sightings and active community engagement.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
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Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
1.8 kn
Wave
0.36 m
Water
29.2°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SSE (56%)
Now: SSW (193°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 1.55m

Next: Low at 04:00 (+0.17m)

+1.4 m0 m-0.2 m
▼ 04:00 · +0.17m ▲ 10:00 · +0.58m ▼ 15:00 · +0.42m ▲ 22:00 · +0.89m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV9 · very high Air PM2.540 · sensitive 05:26 17:34
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 10.3 0.5 9 1mm
09-20 9.9 0.48 9 4mm
09-21 8.3 0.44 9 3mm
09-22 7 0.36 3 11mm
09-23 6.7 0.32 9 8mm
09-24 7.5 0.24 10 5mm
09-25 6.3 0.2 9 16mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions

About this spot

Pinnacle Point is a dive site in the Philippines open to diving throughout the year. The site has generated five species observations from divers, giving visitors insight into the marine life they may encounter. Community-contributed videos provide real footage of conditions and wildlife, helping you prepare for your dive. The site sits outside a marine protected area, so check local regulations before planning your trip. Current coral bleaching status warrants attention; conditions may vary seasonally, so review recent reports from the diving community. The site's popularity among local divers suggests reliable access and established dive routes. Pinnacle Point works well for divers seeking year-round access without seasonal closures. Use the available community data—videos and species logs—to understand what marine life you're likely to see and what gear suits the conditions. Connect with local operators or dive shops in the Philippines for current water conditions, depth profiles, and any permits required.

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Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Dive types

Reef

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 · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 11736km · ~2699kg · €49

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

Can you dive Pinnacle Point year-round?

Yes. Pinnacle Point is diveable throughout the year, so you can plan your trip based on your schedule rather than strict seasonal windows.

What marine life has been documented here?

Five species observations are logged by the diving community. Review the species database and community videos before you go to identify what you might encounter.

Is Pinnacle Point inside a marine protected area?

No. The site is outside an MPA, but always check local Philippine diving regulations and any site-specific rules before diving.

How do I access Pinnacle Point?

Contact local dive operators or shops in the Philippines for access details, boat logistics, permits, and current site conditions.

Operators near this spot

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

Hayahay Dive Resort

7.8 km
4.8 (63 reviews)
Dive centre
Verified Booked 52+ times this month

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

56 records · 50 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Callistocypraea aurantium

Gastropoda · Cypraeidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Apr 2008
×1records
Depth:
25–30 m

Conus lenavati

Gastropoda · Conidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Dec 2001
×1records

Nebularia pellisserpentis

Gastropoda · Mitridae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Nov 2001
×1records
Depth:
201 m

Coralliophila mitraeforma

Gastropoda · Muricidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Jan 2000
×1records

Lienardia planilabrum

Gastropoda · Clathurellidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Jan 2000
×1records

Chicoreus orchidiflorus

Gastropoda · Muricidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Jan 1999
×1records

Stylaster tenisonwoodsi

Hydrozoa · Stylasteridae
OBIS
Last seen:
7 Apr 1996
×2records
Depth:
1 m

Polydistoma oculeum

Ascidiacea · Holozoidae
OBIS
Last seen:
7 Apr 1996
×1records
Depth:
12 m

Oxymetra erinacea

Crinoidea · Mariametridae
OBIS
Last seen:
3 Apr 1996
×1records

Didemnum linguiferum

Ascidiacea · Didemnidae
OBIS
Last seen:
3 Apr 1996
×1records
Depth:
33 m

Polychaeta

Polychaeta
OBIS
Last seen:
2 Apr 1996
×1records
Depth:
8 m

Didemnum parau

Ascidiacea · Didemnidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Apr 1996
×1records
Depth:
12 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

YouTube videos — click to play.

Scuba Diving all over the Philippines 2017-2019

Cameron Peppers
💬 2 top comments
  • awesome!!!!

    @TheGirlwiththeMujiHat · 👍 1
  • These guys must be expert divers awesome video guys those sea creatures are so freaky Wow!

    @outlawd1 · 👍 1

Anilao 2021 Dive @ Dari Laut Wreck Kaoala Ligpo Pinnacle and shark cave

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Diving at Pinnacle Ligpo

Anna Varona
💬 1 top comments
  • Beautiful shoot, Anna. Love the music, too. Perfect match.

    @arnimur · 👍 0
wind peaks Jan-Feb-Mar, calmest Aug-Sep-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: Jan (100/100) Worst: Mar (0/100) Now: Sep (50/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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