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Kan Uran

3.4 — based on 13 community signals
4.2 12 especies 22 colaboradores

Kan Uran is a year-round dive site near Apo Island in the Philippines, protected by marine reserve status and known for healthy coral.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

🐢 MPA · Apo Island Protected Landscape… updated 4 months ago
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Actividad
dive
Dificultad
intermediate
Mejores meses
Todo el año
Vida marina
Tortuga verde

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
1.8 kn
Olas
0.5 m
Agua
29.8°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SW (41%)
Now: W (273°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 1.26m

Próxima: Alta a las 02:00 (+1.28m)

+1.3 m0 m+0.0 m
▲ 02:00 · +1.28m ▼ 11:00 · +0.25m ▲ 02:00 · +1.21m ▼ 14:00 · +0.19m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV9.15 · very high Aire PM2.521 · moderate 05:36 17:45
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 8.6 0.64 9 0mm
09-20 6.3 0.56 8 2mm
09-21 5.9 0.5 7 7mm
09-22 5.2 0.36 5 20mm
09-23 3.5 0.18 2 26mm
09-24 4.7 0.1 8 43mm
09-25 5.9 0.24 8 5mm

About this spot

Kan Uran sits within the Apo Island Protected Landscape and Seascape, a marine reserve in the Philippines that shields the site from heavy fishing pressure. This protection keeps coral in good condition—no bleaching stress has been recorded. The site offers reliable diving throughout the year, making it accessible for most travel schedules. The dive draws interest from the local community, with several video reports available online. These resources can give you a sense of what to expect before you arrive. The site sits in a region known for rich marine biodiversity, and the protected status means you'll encounter a thriving ecosystem. Access to Kan Uran requires going through Apo Island, a popular diving destination in itself. The protected landscape designation means permits and regulations apply—check with local dive operators before your trip. Water conditions and specific depths vary seasonally, so local guides familiar with current conditions are essential for safe diving.

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Vida marina

Tortuga verde

Tipos de buceo

Arrecife

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 ↔ 12272km · ~2823kg · €51

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 Kan Uran?

Kan Uran is diveable year-round, so you can plan your trip around your schedule. Local conditions shift with seasons, so talk to operators about when visibility and calm water are most likely during your visit window.

What depth and skill level is required?

Specific depth and difficulty data isn't available, but the site sits within a marine protected area known for accessible diving. Contact local operators for details on depth profiles and what certification level suits Kan Uran best.

What marine life will I see?

The site is within a healthy protected seascape with no coral bleaching stress recorded. Twelve species observations have been logged. Local dive video reports available online show what divers regularly encounter here.

Do I need permits to dive here?

Kan Uran lies inside the Apo Island Protected Landscape and Seascape, so marine reserve regulations apply. You'll need to arrange access through local dive operators who handle permitting and guide services. Plan ahead with operators familiar with current rules.

Operadores cerca de este spot

Centros de buceo, escuelas de kite y surf en un radio de 10 km, desde OpenStreetMap.

Paul's Dive Shop

0.7 km
4.8 (16 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified
Horario: Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Beach Cafe & Dream Diving Resort

8.4 km
Centro de buceo

Wellbeach Dive Resort

8.6 km
4.4 (68 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified
Teléfono: +63 956 189 1713
Horario: Friday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Recently spotted by divers

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

53 registros · 50 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Eubranchus

Gastropoda · Eubranchidae
OBIS
Última observación:
2 jun 2017
×1registros
Profundidad:
8 m

Nemertesia

Hydrozoa · Plumulariidae
OBIS
Última observación:
9 abr 2016
×1registros
Profundidad:
6–30 m

Clarkcomanthus albinotus

Crinoidea · Comatulidae
OBIS
Última observación:
8 abr 2016
×1registros
Profundidad:
6–28 m

Haplosyllis spongicola

Polychaeta · Syllidae
OBIS
Última observación:
8 abr 2016
×1registros
Profundidad:
24 m

Brissalius vannoordenburgi

Echinoidea · Brissidae
OBIS
Última observación:
7 abr 2016
×1registros
Profundidad:
6–27 m

Metalia sternalis

Echinoidea · Brissidae
OBIS
Última observación:
6 abr 2016
×2registros
Profundidad:
0–3 m

Goniodoridella

Gastropoda · Goniodorididae
OBIS
Última observación:
5 abr 2016
×1registros
Profundidad:
6–23 m

Alpheus paralcyone

Malacostraca · Alpheidae
OBIS
Última observación:
4 abr 2016
×1registros
Profundidad:
27 m

Nereididae

Polychaeta · Nereididae
OBIS
Última observación:
4 abr 2016
×1registros
Profundidad:
27 m

Filogranella elatensis

Polychaeta · Serpulidae
OBIS
Última observación:
4 abr 2016
×1registros
Profundidad:
27 m

Anneissia bennetti

Crinoidea · Comatulidae
OBIS
Última observación:
3 abr 2016
×1registros
Profundidad:
3–12 m

Syllidae

Polychaeta · Syllidae
OBIS
Última observación:
2 abr 2016
×1registros
Profundidad:
30 m

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

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The Gorgeous Coral Reefs of Kan Uran, Apo Island, Philippines

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Chill with the Turtles and Napoleon Wrasse at Coconut, Apo Island, Philippines

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  • Hi. I am a researcher for the National Museum of Natural History in the Philippines. Can I get your permission to use this video for the museum?

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Dive with jacks in Apo island with Atmosphere

Atmosphere Resorts & Spa Philippines

Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "Bahura Dive Resort seems to be not existing anymore 2023-11-23"

    Totor · 2023-11-23
  • ""Dive shop run trip on Dauin and Zambonguita coastal, Apo island(min.2divers) and Sumilon(min.6divers). Dive courses available. Dive rate start from 1,500php. Dive equipment provided without extra charge. Marine park fee, dive guide and towel are included. Offer secluded beach front accommodation for divers. Small swimming pool and a boutique café on site. Room rate start from 500php/bed in dorm room, breakfast are included. All types room with private hot shower/toilet and air-conditioning." P"

    Dives Visaya · 2020-01-12
wind peaks Feb-Jan-Mar, calmest Aug-Oct-Jun, dry Jan-Apr.

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: Jun (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (94/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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