1m
    Apo Reef, Philippines
    Cabatiag-White Island Marine Park

    TUGBOY

    Best months: Oct–Feb

    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.

    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
    CharacterWreck dive · max 1m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    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

    Safety Stop0m1m max~60 min estimated bottom time

    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)

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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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