Arthur's Rock
Why dive here
With 87+ marine species recorded in the area - including clownfish, lionfish and pufferfish - Arthur's Rock offers some of Anilao's richest pinnacle diving. Water ranges 27-31°C, warmest May, June, July.
Arthur's Rock is one of those spots in Anilao that delivers a solid, easy dive, especially if you're just getting your fins wet. It’s a nice pinnacle, topping out around 20 metres, so it’s well within limits for newer divers or those looking for a relaxed multi-level profile. We often see schools of sergeant majors and fusiliers swirling around the rock, and if you take your time, there are plenty of nudibranchs tucked into the crevices. It’s a site we’d recommend for a calm afternoon dive, maybe as your second or third of the day, when you want to just enjoy being in the water without fighting a current.
Typical Arthur's Rock Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 20m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to Arthur's Rock
Dive shops near Arthur's Rock
The Asri Dive and Leisure Resort
Dive 7000
Freedive Tribe PH HQ
Casa Escondida Anilao Resort and Dive Center
Buceo Filipinas-Anilao-Planet Dive
Halo Dive
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Arthur's Rock
Arthur's Rock Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Arthur's Rock, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (13.6, 120.95) (3km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
85°F · Range: 28.8–30.6°C
Current Speed
11.66 cm/s
Direction: NE (59°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.055 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
31.9 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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