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North Point

3.5 — based on 15 community signals
4.2 12 especies 20 colaboradores

North Point is a year-round dive site in the Philippines within a Marine Protected Area, offering 12 recorded species and emerging coral health concerns.

⭐ Best for beginners.

🐢 MPA · Marine Protected Area updated 4 months ago
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
0.4 kn
Olas
0.14 m
Agua
29.8°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WNW (45%)
Now: WSW (243°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 1.72m

Próxima: Alta a las 02:00 (+1.49m)

+1.5 m0 m-0.2 m
▲ 02:00 · +1.49m ▼ 10:00 · +0.17m ▲ 15:00 · +0.49m ▼ 19:00 · +0.29m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV8.75 · very high Aire PM2.513 · moderate 05:32 17:41
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 9.2 0.32 9 3mm
09-20 12.5 0.32 9 14mm
09-21 11 0.28 9 16mm
09-22 11.6 0.2 9 13mm
09-23 5.7 0.12 9 4mm
09-24 6 0.04 3 5mm
09-25 4.7 0.06 9 1mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions

About this spot

North Point sits in the waters around Liuliog Island in the Philippines and operates as a dive site within a designated Marine Protected Area. This designation means the site receives legal protection, which benefits both marine ecosystems and visiting divers seeking healthy reefs. The protection status reflects local commitment to sustainable diving and conservation. Divers at North Point can expect to encounter 12 documented species in the area. The site is accessible year-round, making it a flexible choice for travel planning. Community video documentation from three separate uploads provides visual reference for prospective visitors considering the dive. Coral bleaching monitoring is active at this location, indicating responsible management attention to reef conditions. Divers planning a visit should check current conditions before booking, as bleaching events can affect visibility, marine life behavior, and overall experience. The MPA status generally correlates with better-maintained reef systems and stricter visitor protocols that protect the environment.

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

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 ↔ 12137km · ~2792kg · €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 North Point?

North Point is diveable year-round, so timing depends on your schedule rather than seasonal conditions. However, check local weather and sea conditions before traveling, as tropical storms can affect access.

What depth and difficulty level is North Point?

Specific depth and difficulty data for North Point are not currently documented. Contact local dive operators or the Marine Protected Area management for detailed site specifications before planning your dive.

What marine life will I see at North Point?

Twelve species have been recorded at North Point. Exact species vary by season and dive depth. Review community videos and contact local operators for current wildlife observations.

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

North Point lies within a Marine Protected Area, which may require permits or briefings. Check with local authorities and dive operators about current MPA regulations and entry requirements before your visit.

Operadores cerca de este spot

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

Evolution

Evolution

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

French Kiss Divers

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

Avila's Horizon Dive Resort

0.8 km
3.8 (232 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified
Teléfono: +63 969 383 5800
Horario: Friday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM

MBI Dive Center

2.1 km
4.9 (932 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 40+ times this month
Teléfono: +63 917 514 2189
Horario: Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Divelink Cebu

2.2 km
4.8 (115 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 44+ times this month
Teléfono: +63 966 238 9412
Horario: Friday: 7:30 AM – 7:30 PM

Dive Society Dive Center

2.3 km
5.0 (39 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 53+ times this month
Teléfono: +63 927 015 1576
Horario: Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

1 registros · 1 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Dolomena hickeyi

Gastropoda · Strombidae
OBIS
Última observación:
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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.

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Sierra Madre Divers

DIVING IN THE SEAS OF THE PHILIPPINES A 90 MINUTE UNDERWATER RELAXATION VIDEO

Gerry Green
💬 3 top comments
  • Thenk you very much Gerry Green o vídeo é maravilhoso parabéns.

    @franciscoantoniodesousa9386 · 👍 1
  • Rearly lovely video some stunning fish and corals this still has to be on my destination in a few years every video I've watched from your selfs from.here has been amazing thanks for sharing

    @robertfisher2844 · 👍 1
  • wow....awsome~! thank you for good video .

    @gennarochoi8616 · 👍 1
wind peaks Jan-Feb-Mar, calmest Oct-Aug-Jun, dry Feb-May.

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: May (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (89/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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