Apo Island - South (Mabuti)
Protected Area
Apo Reef Natural Park
Why dive here
With 176+ marine species recorded in the area - including giant moray eels, sea turtles, sperm whales, lionfish and pufferfish - Apo Island - South (Mabuti) offers some of Apo Reef's richest diving. Water ranges 28-30°C, warmest May, June, July.
Mabuti, on Apo Island’s southern side, offers a solid intermediate dive. We drop to around 25m, settling onto a gentle slope of hard corals and anemone fields. You’ll usually find a good number of reef fish here: schools of snapper often hang out, and we’ve seen quite a few anemonefish tending their homes. The current can be mild, making for a relaxed drift, perfect if you’re looking for a comfortable dive after a bit of a break. It's a reliable spot for a pleasant hour underwater.
Typical Apo Island - South (Mabuti) 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 25m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Apo Island - South (Mabuti)
Apo Island - South (Mabuti) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Apo Island - South (Mabuti), sourced from Copernicus Marine satellite data
August Averages
Sea Temperature
29.59°C
85°F
Current Speed
5 cm/s
Direction: NE (53.1°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.051 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
32.91 PSU
Data sources: Copernicus Marine Service (EU)
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