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Fantastic Reef

3.3 — based on 12 community signals
4.1 5 especies 7 colaboradores

Fantastic Reef is a year-round Philippine dive site near Bongot Island with healthy coral and diverse marine life.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Principiante
ReefExplorationHealthyCoralsYearRound

De un vistazo

Actividad
dive
Dificultad
beginner
Vida marina
Tortuga verde

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
7.4 kn
Olas
0.36 m
Agua
30.6°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SSE (53%)
Now: SSE (151°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 1.11m

Próxima: Alta a las 02:00 (+1.31m)

+1.4 m+0.3 m
▲ 02:00 · +1.31m ▼ 12:00 · +0.32m ▲ 03:00 · +1.31m ▼ 13:00 · +0.32m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV6.35 · high Aire PM2.54 · good 05:52 18:01
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 9.1 0.46 6 9mm
09-20 3.6 0.44 8 4mm
09-21 3.8 0.38 8 12mm
09-22 4.2 0.34 8 16mm
09-23 3.6 0.3 7 19mm
09-24 2.3 0.24 5 16mm
09-25 3.8 0.2 9 25mm

About this spot

Fantastic Reef sits near Bongot Island in the Philippines and offers diving throughout the year. The site features coral in good health with no bleaching stress, making it a solid choice for reef exploration. Five documented species observations give you a sense of what to expect underwater, and community videos show real diver experiences at the spot. The reef supports a variety of marine life and draws divers looking for healthy coral ecosystems. Being outside a marine protected area, it follows standard Philippine diving regulations. Water conditions remain stable enough for year-round access, though planning around local weather patterns is always smart. Community footage helps you understand the site before you go. Whether you're a returning visitor or planning your first trip, the documented species and video evidence show an active diving destination. Check with local operators near Bongot Island for current conditions, boat access, and any seasonal preferences.

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Vida marina

Tortuga verde

Tipos de buceo

ArrecifeBarco

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

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
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 11860km · ~2728kg · €49

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 54/100
  • Visado: Visado a la llegada · 30 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 12h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 11h este · 8 días de recuperación

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive Fantastic Reef?

Fantastic Reef is diveable year-round, so you can plan visits almost anytime. Local weather patterns and sea state do shift seasonally, so check with operators in the area for the calmest windows and best visibility during your preferred months.

What depth and difficulty level is Fantastic Reef?

Specific depth and difficulty data for Fantastic Reef are not documented, so contact local dive operators near Bongot Island before booking. They can advise on what skills suit the site and typical depth profiles.

What marine life will I see?

Five documented species observations are available for Fantastic Reef, confirming an active reef ecosystem. Community videos show real diver footage of the site, so watch those to preview the marine life and coral you're likely to encounter.

Do I need permits or special access?

Fantastic Reef is not inside a marine protected area, so standard Philippine diving rules apply. Work with a local dive operator near Bongot Island to arrange boat access and confirm any regional or municipal requirements.

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Sunset Divers PADI Dive Centre

5.3 km
4.7 (209 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo PADI
Verified PADI 5★ Booked 54+ times this month
Teléfono: +63 966 190 2180
Horario: Friday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Aquaholics Dive Center

4.9 km
4.4 (37 reviews)
Centro de buceo
Teléfono: +63 929 628 0425

Bubble Diver Center

5.2 km
4.7 (108 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 30+ times this month
Teléfono: +63 966 639 5948
Horario: Friday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

77 registros · 49 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Terebra

Gastropoda · Terebridae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 oct 2011
×6registros

Cerodrillia jerrywallsi

Gastropoda · Drilliidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 ene 2011
×1registros

Eucithara novaehollandiae

Gastropoda · Mangeliidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 ene 2010
×1registros

Horaiclavus julieae

Gastropoda · Horaiclavidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 ene 2010
×1registros

Macrorhynchia philippina

Hydrozoa · Aglaopheniidae
OBIS
Última observación:
23 abr 1995
×1registros
Profundidad:
1 m

Littorina

Gastropoda · Littorinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
23 abr 1995
×1registros
Profundidad:
1 m

Amphimetra laevipinna

Crinoidea · Himerometridae
OBIS
Última observación:
23 abr 1995
×1registros

Cypraeidae

Gastropoda · Cypraeidae
OBIS
Última observación:
8 may 1989
×1registros

Drupella margariticola

oyster drill
Gastropoda · Muricidae
OBIS
Última observación:
8 may 1989
×1registros

Barbatia

Bivalvia · Arcidae
OBIS
Última observación:
8 may 1989
×1registros

Pseudodaphnella barnardi

Gastropoda · Raphitomidae
OBIS
Última observación:
8 may 1989
×1registros

Ervilia bisculpta

Bivalvia · Semelidae
OBIS
Última observación:
8 may 1989
×1registros

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

The Gorgeous Underwater World of the Philippines | Tales of Tiny Treasures | Free Documentary Nature

Free Documentary - Nature
💬 3 top comments
  • The documentary delves into the delicate balance between human activity and marine life, revealing both positive transformations and looming environmental threats. Anilao's marine gems have become ambassadors of conservation, yet the region faces challenges like plastic pollution, illegal fishing, and anchor damage. Highlighting the profound impact of these minuscule creatures on Anilao's resident

    @FreeDocumentaryNature · 👍 51
  • Beautiful country and beautiful people 🤗 God bless & long live Philippines 🇵🇭

    @PeacePlease7 · 👍 28
  • Perhaps the most beautiful islands and especially people of the world!

    @carollee594 · 👍 36

Diving Dauin AWESOME Start of the year - Sea Explorers Philippines

Sea Explorers Philippines
💬 3 top comments
  • Awesome start with a big smile

    @chrisheim99 · 👍 5
  • A well filmed tribute , to what diving with Sea Explorers Philippines , can offer ! Kudos !!

    @waynehenry · 👍 3
  • Great footage, which cameea and setup did you use for this? Best regards, Hans

    @hansdebel1805 · 👍 0

Reefs of the Visayas I - Diving in the Philippines

Devocean Pictures
💬 1 top comments
  • Amazing :-)

    @charlottehesterman45 · 👍 1

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