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Monad Shoal

3.5 — based on 16 community signals
4.2 12 especies 20 colaboradores

Monad Shoal offers year-round diving in the Philippines with documented marine life and active community engagement.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers chasing chasing pelagics.

updated 4 months ago
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De un vistazo

Actividad
dive
Mejores meses
Todo el año
Vida marina
Tiburón de arrecife, Pulpo

Mejores operadores aquí

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Mapa

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Mapa de ubicación de Monad Shoal © Google · Datos del mapa © Google, colaboradores
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Lugares cercanos

1 lugares
  1. Monad Shoal
    4.4 1.6 km Atracción

Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
2.4 kn
Olas
0.1 m
Agua
29.7°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WNW (41%)
Now: SW (215°)
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 PM2.513 · moderate 05:32 17:41
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 7.9 0.24 9 3mm
09-20 12.2 0.26 9 15mm
09-21 10.5 0.18 9 22mm
09-22 13.5 0.12 9 16mm
09-23 6 0.1 9 5mm
09-24 7.1 0.04 9 7mm
09-25 5.6 0.04 9 1mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions

About this spot

Monad Shoal is a dive destination in the Philippines accessible throughout the year. The site has generated species observations and community video documentation, indicating an active diving community. With 12 recorded species observations and 3 community videos available, divers can research conditions and marine encounters before planning a visit. The shoal sits outside a marine protected area, so standard Philippines diving regulations apply. Local conditions vary seasonally, so checking current community reports and recent video documentation helps set realistic expectations for your trip. Divers interested in the site should connect with local operators familiar with Monad Shoal's specific conditions, currents, and marine activity. Community-generated content provides real-world insight into what to expect. Water conditions, depth, and difficulty ratings should be confirmed with local guides before diving.

📖 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

Tiburón de arrecifePulpo

Tipos de buceo

Pelágico

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 ↔ 12146km · ~2794kg · €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 Monad Shoal?

Monad Shoal is diveable year-round, though seasonal variations affect water conditions. Check recent community reports and local operator recommendations to plan around your preferred visibility and sea state.

What marine life can I expect to see?

12 species observations have been recorded at Monad Shoal. Review available community videos and species documentation to learn what marine life divers typically encounter at this site.

Do I need permits or special access?

Monad Shoal lies outside marine protected areas, so standard Philippines diving regulations apply. Confirm any local requirements with your dive operator before your trip.

How deep and difficult is Monad Shoal?

Contact local dive operators for confirmed depth and difficulty ratings. Community videos and divers with recent experience can provide the most current information about site conditions.

Operadores cerca de este spot

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

Evolution

Evolution

8.2 km
Centro de buceo
Teléfono: +63 917 631 2179
Horario: Mon-Sun 7am to 9pm
French Kiss Divers

French Kiss Divers

8.5 km
Centro de buceo
Teléfono: +63 956 740 9745
Horario: Mo-Su 08:00-18:00

Emerald Green Diving Center

8.2 km
Centro de buceo

Johan Dive

8.2 km
4.4 (50 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified
Teléfono: +63 905 550 0145
Horario: Friday: 7:30 AM – 7:30 PM

Fun & Sun

8.4 km
Centro de buceo

Fish Buddies

8.4 km
Centro de buceo

Recently spotted by divers

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Philippines - Monad Shoal Dive Site - Thresher Shark Dive

Peter Bonacum
💬 1 top comments
  • how many meters?

    @mrsmiggychavez · 👍 0

Monad Shoal Dive | Malapascua Cebu

Batang Dagat

Scuba Diving The Philippines - Malapascua Island #malapascua #scubadiving

Scuba Diving and Dogs
💬 3 top comments
  • I've watched several of your video's. I am thoroughly impressed. You really have seen many amazing dive sites. A quick question. I haven't dived in several years. I have my Padi Advanced Diving Certificate. I am or I use to be a professional diver, (licenced, but that was a while ago) My question is, will i be able to dive without having any current dives under my belt. thank you

    @hikethisplanet1017 · 👍 4
  • What camera and lights do you use? Amazing quality!

    @Yubuchobapp · 👍 0
  • What a fantastic holiday - very jealous!

    @scottrene-ewen695 · 👍 4
wind peaks Feb-Jan-Mar, 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 (70/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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