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Rockport Dive Site

3.6 — based on 21 community signals
4.2 12 especies 18 colaboradores

Rockport Dive Site in the Philippines offers year-round diving with healthy coral and diverse marine life across 12 documented species.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
4.2 kn
Olas
0.1 m
Agua
29.1°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: W (31%)
Now: E (79°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 1.04m

Próxima: Alta a las 02:00 (+1.21m)

+1.2 m+0.2 m
▲ 02:00 · +1.21m ▼ 11:00 · +0.26m ▲ 03:00 · +1.2m ▼ 13:00 · +0.25m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV8.85 · very high Aire PM2.510 · good 05:45 17:54
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 6 0.12 9 6mm
09-20 8.3 0.32 9 5mm
09-21 10.3 0.26 9 10mm
09-22 8.3 0.14 8 3mm
09-23 5.8 0.14 8 3mm
09-24 3.9 0.12 2 3mm
09-25 3.5 0.1 9 7mm

About this spot

Rockport Dive Site is a year-round dive destination in the Philippines with reliable access and minimal coral stress. The site supports a variety of marine species documented through community observations, making it a solid choice for divers interested in healthy reef ecosystems. Local community videos provide real-world insight into what you'll encounter underwater. The site sits outside marine protected areas, offering flexible dive planning and logistics. Water conditions remain stable throughout the year, so you can plan your visit based on your schedule rather than seasonal windows. Specific depth and difficulty data aren't widely published, so check with local operators before booking to match the site to your skill level. The 12 documented species observations suggest a moderately diverse ecosystem worth exploring. Whether you're after reef fish, invertebrates, or coral structures, Rockport delivers consistent conditions and healthy marine habitat.

📖 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

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 ↔ 11702km · ~2691kg · €48

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 Rockport Dive Site?

Rockport is a year-round destination, so you can plan your trip based on your schedule. Dive conditions remain stable throughout the year, though always check local forecasts and operator reports before booking.

What depth and difficulty level is Rockport Dive Site?

Depth and difficulty data aren't formally published. Contact local dive operators in the Philippines for site-specific details and to match the site to your experience level.

What marine life can I expect to see?

Twelve species have been documented at Rockport. Community videos show real encounters with the local ecosystem. Check video resources and operator briefings for the latest on what's active in the water.

Do I need permits or MPA clearance to dive here?

Rockport sits outside marine protected areas, so standard diving logistics apply. Confirm any local requirements or entry fees with your dive operator or the relevant local authority in the Philippines.

Operadores cerca de este spot

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

Bauan Divers Sanctuary Resort

1.2 km
4.6 (72 reviews)
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 31+ times this month

Driftwood Aqua Sports and Dive Shop

5.6 km
Centro de buceo

Anilao Scuba Diving Centre

8.2 km
4.5 (178 reviews) open now
Centro de buceo
Booked 27+ times this month
Horario: Friday: Open 24 hours

Tamarind Anilao Camp

8.3 km
4.9 (31 reviews) open now
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 26+ times this month
Teléfono: +63 917 795 8303
Horario: Friday: Open 24 hours

Anilao Dive Inn Hostel

8.4 km
4.5 (178 reviews) open now
Centro de buceo
Booked 25+ times this month
Horario: Friday: Open 24 hours

The sicilian reef dive resort

8.7 km
Centro de buceo

Recently spotted by divers

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

81 registros · 50 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Chromodoris strigata

Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
GBIF
Última observación:
23 ene 2026
×2registros

Taeniura lymma

Elasmobranchii · Dasyatidae
GBIF
Última observación:
23 ene 2026
×1registros

Chromodoris annae

Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
GBIF
Última observación:
22 ene 2026
×9registros

Chromodoris willani

Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
GBIF
Última observación:
15 ene 2026
×11registros

Thecacera picta

Gastropoda · Polyceridae
GBIF
Última observación:
15 ene 2026
×2registros

Chromodoris dianae

Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
GBIF
Última observación:
15 ene 2026
×1registros

Octopus cyanea

Cephalopoda · Octopodidae
GBIF
Última observación:
15 ene 2026
×1registros

Nembrotha chamberlaini

Gastropoda · Polyceridae
GBIF
Última observación:
14 ene 2026
×3registros

Janolus savinkini

Gastropoda · Janolidae
GBIF
Última observación:
13 ene 2026
×4registros

Phyllognathia ceratophthalma

Malacostraca · Palaemonidae
GBIF
Última observación:
13 ene 2026
×1registros

Vir euphyllius

Malacostraca · Palaemonidae
GBIF
Última observación:
13 ene 2026
×1registros

Dardanus megistos

Malacostraca · Diogenidae
GBIF
Última observación:
13 ene 2026
×1registros

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

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wind peaks Feb-Mar-Jan, calmest Nov-Oct-Jun, dry Jan-Dec.

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