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North Wall

3.5 — based on 15 community signals
4.2 12 especies 23 colaboradores

North Wall at Danjugan Island offers year-round diving through seven distinct ecosystems with healthy corals and rich marine biodiversity.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
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Actividad
dive
Dificultad
beginner
Mejores meses
Todo el año
Vida marina
Tiburón de arrecife, Pulpo, Nudibranquio

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

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Viento
3.9 kn
Olas
0.64 m
Agua
29.5°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SW (35%)
Now: SE (134°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 1.29m

Próxima: Alta a las 02:00 (+1.3m)

+1.3 m0 m+0.0 m
▲ 02:00 · +1.3m ▼ 12:00 · +0.22m ▲ 03:00 · +1.24m ▼ 14:00 · +0.14m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV9.1 · very high Aire PM2.518 · moderate 05:39 17:48
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 9.5 0.76 9 2mm
09-20 6.4 0.52 9 5mm
09-21 7.3 0.3 8 6mm
09-22 7.6 0.22 9 1mm
09-23 5.5 0.18 8 1mm
09-24 5 0.1 7 4mm
09-25 5.9 0.06 9 5mm

About this spot

North Wall sits off Danjugan Island in the Philippines, a diving destination shaped by seven different marine and terrestrial ecosystems. The site delivers consistent conditions throughout the year, making it accessible to divers planning trips at almost any time. Healthy coral conditions support thriving fish populations and provide the foundation for exceptional underwater observation. Danjugan Island functions as a natural classroom where the interaction between ecosystems creates varied dive experiences. You'll encounter different habitats on successive dives, each with distinct marine life and geological features. The island's protected status as a nature reserve means the underwater environment has remained largely pristine. With 12 documented species observations and community-contributed video evidence, North Wall benefits from an active diving community that regularly logs encounters and conditions. This data helps you prepare for what you'll actually see underwater. The site sits outside a marine protected area, which affects access rules and local regulations. Visibility, depth, and water temperature specifics should be confirmed with local operators before booking. Community videos provide realistic footage of current conditions and help you gauge whether the site matches your skill level and interests.

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Mejores meses

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

Vida marina

Tiburón de arrecifePulpoNudibranquio

Tipos de buceo

Pared

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 ↔ 12140km · ~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 Wall?

North Wall is diveable year-round, so you can plan a trip based on your schedule rather than seasonal windows. Local conditions may still shift monthly, so check current reports from recent divers before booking.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species have been documented at North Wall, supported by healthy coral ecosystems. Community videos show the actual animals and habitats, so review those before diving to set realistic expectations for what you'll encounter.

Do I need special permits or certifications to dive here?

The site sits outside a marine protected area, so access rules differ from protected zones. Contact local dive operators for current permit requirements and any certification minimums they enforce.

What makes Danjugan Island special for diving?

Seven distinct ecosystems concentrated in one location create habitat diversity that supports varied marine life. This ecological range gives each dive different characteristics and makes the site valuable for learning underwater biodiversity.

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💬 3 top comments
  • thanks for featuring the Philippines! ❤

    @juwiil · 👍 3
  • Did my AOWD at Malapascua, what a great experience! Generally, we loved the Philippines! Beautiful beaches, great diving, friendly people!

    @Nowo78 · 👍 1
  • One of my top favourite diving destination from Bohol, Coron, El Nido and Anilao .... Back in December for a liveaboard

    @Nedhal-eq7go · 👍 1

Diving North Wall, Pandan Island, Mindoro, Philippines

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wind peaks Jan-Feb-Mar, calmest Oct-Jun-May, 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 (71/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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