TUGBOY
Protected Area
Cabatiag-White Island Marine Park
Why dive here
With 176+ marine species recorded in the area - including giant moray eels, sea turtles, sperm whales, lionfish and pufferfish - TUGBOY offers some of Apo Reef's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 28-30°C, warmest May, June, July.
Tugboy. We love this site. It’s not about depth here, it’s about history and a surprising amount of life in a very shallow wreck. The tug itself sits in less than a metre of water, the bow often poking above the surface, a weathered monument to its past. We’d suggest a calm day, because even small waves can stir things up and make for a bumpier experience trying to peek around the engine room. What you'll find is a surprisingly intact vessel, its metal structure now a lattice of rust and coral. Small reef fish dart between the exposed plates and beams – clownfish, damselfish, and the occasional juvenile snapper. Look closely, and you’ll spot nudibranchs grazing on the algae that coats the hull. The light here is incredible, filtering through the clear shallows and illuminating every detail. It's a fantastic spot for photographers looking for unique shallow wreck shots, and for anyone who appreciates the intimate interaction of history and nature.
Typical TUGBOY Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for TUGBOY
TUGBOY Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for TUGBOY, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (12.33, 121.06) (26km away)
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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