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Galeon Point

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Galeon Point is a year-round dive site in the Philippines' Apo Reef Natural Park, featuring healthy corals and consistent marine life.

⭐ Best for beginners.

🐢 MPA · Apo Reef Natural Park updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Principiante
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Actividad
dive
Dificultad
beginner
Mejores meses
Todo el año
Vida marina
Tortuga carey

Mapa

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

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Viento
9.5 kn
Olas
0.48 m
Agua
29.2°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SSE (17%)
Now: SE (136°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 1.03m

Próxima: Alta a las 02:00 (+1.21m)

+1.3 m+0.2 m
▲ 02:00 · +1.21m ▼ 12:00 · +0.27m ▲ 03:00 · +1.2m ▼ 13:00 · +0.25m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV5 · mod Aire PM2.51 · good 05:46 17:56
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 12 0.52 5 12mm
09-20 6.9 0.38 9 4mm
09-21 5.9 0.34 9 9mm
09-22 8.5 0.28 9 6mm
09-23 6.5 0.28 2 0mm
09-24 9.4 0.22 4 1mm
09-25 6.6 0.2 9 2mm

About this spot

Galeon Point sits within Apo Reef Natural Park, one of the Philippines' most important marine reserves. The site benefits from protected status and active management, which keeps coral health strong—no bleaching stress has been recorded. Year-round diving means you can plan visits on your schedule without worrying about seasonal closures or severe weather windows that plague many tropical spots. The reef supports diverse species and regular sightings documented by the dive community, making each descent productive. The site draws steady interest from liveaboards and day boats working the Apo Reef system. Community videos and species observations confirm active use and reliable encounters. Water conditions remain stable throughout the year, supporting both coral growth and the fish populations that depend on it. This consistency is rare in the region and makes Galeon Point a dependable choice for repeat visits. Apo Reef Natural Park's protection means mooring buoys and entry protocols are in place to reduce anchor damage. Respect these guidelines—they exist because the reef works. The combination of marine reserve status, proven coral resilience, and documented biodiversity makes this a responsible dive choice that rewards both conservation and adventure.

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Mejores meses

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

Vida marina

Tortuga carey

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 ↔ 11773km · ~2708kg · €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 Galeon Point?

Galeon Point is diveable year-round. Unlike many Philippine sites, it doesn't have a pronounced closed season, so plan based on your schedule. Check current conditions with local operators before booking, as weather can affect access on any given day.

What depth and difficulty level is Galeon Point?

Specific depth and difficulty data aren't documented in available records. Contact dive operators working Apo Reef to confirm site specifics and match them to your certification level and experience before descent.

What marine life will I see at Galeon Point?

Species observations and community videos confirm diverse marine life, but exact species lists vary by visit. The reef's protected status and healthy coral support reliable fish populations. Expect reef fish, and check recent video reports to see what others have encountered recently.

Do I need permits or special access to dive Galeon Point?

Galeon Point is inside Apo Reef Natural Park, a marine protected area. Entry protocols and mooring buoy systems are in place. Work with licensed local operators who handle park permits and regulations—never attempt independent access.

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

57 registros · 45 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Phyllidia picta

Gastropoda · Phyllidiidae
GBIF
Última observación:
5 jun 2024
×1registros

Chromodoris annae

Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
GBIF
Última observación:
4 jun 2024
×1registros

Phyllidia elegans

Gastropoda · Phyllidiidae
GBIF
Última observación:
4 jun 2024
×1registros

Acropora millepora

Anthozoa · Acroporidae
GBIF
Última observación:
4 jun 2024
×1registros

Phyllodesmium poindimiei

Gastropoda · Myrrhinidae
GBIF
Última observación:
10 mar 2023
×1registros

Trochus stellatus

Gastropoda · Trochidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 ene 1990
×1registros

Protoreaster nodosus

Asteroidea · Oreasteridae
OBIS
Última observación:
5 mar 1984
×1registros
Profundidad:
0–1 m

Siphonaria

Gastropoda · Siphonariidae
OBIS
Última observación:
5 mar 1984
×1registros
Profundidad:
0–1 m

Pleurobranchus forskalii

Gastropoda · Pleurobranchidae
OBIS
Última observación:
5 mar 1984
×1registros
Profundidad:
0–1 m

Platydoris scabra

Gastropoda · Discodorididae
OBIS
Última observación:
5 mar 1984
×1registros
Profundidad:
0–1 m

Acanthopleura gemmata

Polyplacophora · Chitonidae
OBIS
Última observación:
5 mar 1984
×1registros

Phos hirasei

Gastropoda · Nassariidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 ene 1982
×1registros

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

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wind peaks Jan-Feb-Jul, calmest Apr-May-Jun, dry Jan-Dec.

Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Jul (100/100) Worst: Apr (0/100) Now: Sep (33/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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