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Kimod Shoel

3.4 — based on 12 community signals
4.2 12 especies 19 colaboradores

Kimod Shoel is a year-round Philippine dive spot with 12 recorded species observations and emerging coral health data to monitor.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
BleachingRiskFamily-friendly

De un vistazo

Actividad
dive
Mejores meses
Todo el año
Vida marina
Pulpo

Mapa

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Mapa de ubicación de Kimod Shoel © Google · Datos del mapa © Google, colaboradores
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Lugares cercanos

1 lugares
  1. Kimud Shoal
    4.9 3.4 km Atracción

Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
1.8 kn
Olas
0.08 m
Agua
29.7°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WNW (48%)
Now: S (177°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 1.69m

Próxima: Alta a las 02:00 (+1.48m)

+1.5 m0 m-0.2 m
▲ 02:00 · +1.48m ▼ 10:00 · +0.17m ▲ 15:00 · +0.49m ▼ 19:00 · +0.29m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV9 · very high Aire PM2.528 · moderate 05:32 17:41
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 7.8 0.24 9 3mm
09-20 11.6 0.26 9 16mm
09-21 8.3 0.18 9 20mm
09-22 12.5 0.12 9 15mm
09-23 6.5 0.1 9 4mm
09-24 6.2 0.04 9 6mm
09-25 4.5 0.04 9 1mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions

About this spot

Kimod Shoel offers diving in the Philippines with documented marine life activity. The site has 12 species observations on record, giving divers a sense of the local biodiversity. Community-contributed videos—three in total—provide real-world perspective on conditions and what to expect underwater. The spot sits outside a Marine Protected Area, so local regulations differ from reserve sites. Current coral bleaching status warrants attention; divers should check recent reports before booking. Water conditions, depth ranges, and seasonal variations are best confirmed through local dive operators or recent trip reports. Year-round access makes Kimod Shoel a flexible option for Philippines diving plans. The species data and video library from the diving community offer practical intel on marine encounters. Exact difficulty and depth profiles vary; getting current conditions from operators familiar with the site ensures a safe, rewarding dive.

📖 Guía: Buceo en Filipinas: 119 sitios, naufragios y paredes que justifican el vuelo

Mejores meses

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

Vida marina

Pulpo

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 ↔ 12151km · ~2795kg · €50

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 Kimod Shoel?

Kimod Shoel is accessible year-round, so timing depends on your schedule and preference. Check with local operators for any seasonal weather or sea-state variations before booking.

What depth and difficulty level is Kimod Shoel?

Depth and difficulty ratings are not standardized for this site. Contact local dive operators for current conditions, depth ranges, and suitability for your certification level.

What marine life will I see at Kimod Shoel?

Twelve species observations are documented at Kimod Shoel. Review the species database and community videos to see what divers have encountered. Local operators can also advise on current wildlife activity.

Do I need permits or are there access restrictions at Kimod Shoel?

Kimod Shoel is not inside a Marine Protected Area, so standard Philippines diving rules apply. Confirm any local requirements with your dive operator before the trip.

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

45 registros · 33 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Pinaxia versicolor

Gastropoda · Muricidae
OBIS
Última observación:
2 oct 2000
×1registros

Sphyrna

Elasmobranchii · Sphyrnidae
OBIS
Última observación:
29 feb 1980
×1registros
Profundidad:
50–70 m

Sepia

Cuttlefish
Cephalopoda · Sepiidae
OBIS
Última observación:
26 nov 1979
×1registros

Atrina pectinata

Comb-like Razor Clam
Bivalvia · Pinnidae
OBIS
Última observación:
26 nov 1979
×1registros

Onustus exutus

carrier shell
Gastropoda · Xenophoridae
OBIS
Última observación:
26 nov 1979
×1registros

Naria

Gastropoda · Cypraeidae
OBIS
Última observación:
26 nov 1979
×1registros

Exosiperna

Bivalvia · Mytilidae
OBIS
Última observación:
26 nov 1979
×1registros

Serratovola rubicunda

Bivalvia · Pectinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
2 jul 1975
×1registros
Profundidad:
37 m

Serratovolva dondani

Gastropoda · Ovulidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 oct 1964
×1registros

Loligo

Cephalopoda · Loliginidae
OBIS
Última observación:
10 nov 1913
×1registros

Macrophiothrix capillaris

Ophiuroidea · Ophiotrichidae
OBIS
Última observación:
17 mar 1909
×2registros
Profundidad:
640 m

Aristeus virilis

Malacostraca · Aristeidae
OBIS
Última observación:
17 mar 1909
×1registros
Profundidad:
640 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

YouTube videos — click to play.

Thresher Sharks, Kimod Shoal - the second dive

Scuba Squerrel

Kemod Shoal 19 May '23

Philippine Dive Holidays

Kemod Shoal 16 May '23

Philippine Dive Holidays
wind peaks Feb-Mar-Jan, calmest Sep-Aug-Jun, dry Feb-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: Mar (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (44/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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