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    Banayan Point dive site
    Apo Reef, Philippines
    El Nido Managed Resource Protected Area

    Banayan Point

    Best months: Oct–Feb

    Protected Area

    El Nido Managed Resource Protected Area

    Why dive here

    With 176+ marine species recorded in the area - including giant moray eels, sea turtles, sperm whales, lionfish and pufferfish - Banayan Point offers some of Apo Reef's richest diving. Water ranges 28-30°C, warmest May, June, July.

    Best timeOct–Feb
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeGiant Moray Eels, Sea Turtles, Sperm Whales, Lionfish and Pufferfish · 176+ species recorded
    Water28-30°C · warmest May, June, July
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Banayan Point offers a gentle introduction to Apo Reef's larger ecosystem. We typically find the currents here are manageable, making it a good spot for divers getting their sea legs back or those who prefer a more relaxed drift. Keep an eye out for the smaller residents – we’ve often spotted the Threadfin Reefgoby perched on coral heads and the elusive Duncker's pipefish hiding in the rubble. It’s less about big pelagics and more about the intricate, often overlooked creatures that make the reef tick. This site is perfect for macro enthusiasts and anyone keen to take their time exploring a rich, shallow reef.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Banayan Point

    Banayan Point Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Banayan Point, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (12.33, 121.06) (26km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    30°C

    86°F · Range: 28.1–31.3°C

    Current Speed

    3.16 cm/s

    Direction: E (108.4°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.049 mg/m³

    Very clear (oligotrophic)

    Salinity

    32.63 PSU

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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