Dive site - Apo Reef

Apo Reef, as a whole, is one of those places that feels wild, and this particular site delivers that rough-around-the-edges charm. You’ll find a solid cross-section of reef residents here, with plenty of Green-blotched Parrotfish munching away and the occasional flash of a Blue-spotted Stingray. Keep an eye out for the smaller stuff too, like the Lined Monocle Bream cruising past. We’ve had some cracking dives with good visibility, making it a decent spot for divers comfortable with open water, though it's not always the most dramatic wall. It's a reliable dive that often feels less crowded than some of the more famous spots around the reef.

Location
Apo Reef, Philippines, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
12.362919, 119.907640

Best Time to Dive in Apo Reef

The warmest water temperatures in Apo Reef occur in June, averaging 30.3°C. The coolest conditions are in February at 27.8°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 28.1°C
  • February: 27.8°C
  • March: 28.2°C
  • April: 29.1°C
  • May: 30.1°C
  • June: 30.3°C
  • July: 29.9°C
  • August: 29.6°C
  • September: 29.7°C
  • October: 29.8°C
  • November: 29.5°C
  • December: 29.2°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Apo Reef

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Marine Life in Apo Reef

Home to 181 recorded species including 171 reef fish, 5 seagrass & algae, 2 other, 1 whales & dolphins, 1 hard corals, 1 clams & mussels.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Dive site

Based on average water temperature of 29.3°C, currents 8 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 29°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories