White Island Reef - Bohol

White Island Reef off Bohol is one of those sites that often gets overlooked for its flashier neighbours, but it’s a solid pick for divers who appreciate the smaller things. We've spent plenty of time here, slowly combing the rubble and sandy patches, and it consistently delivers on the macro front. Keep your eyes peeled for critters like the lined-lip cowrie and those Supreme Cones moving along the substrate. It’s not a drift dive, more of a slow exploration, perfect for photographers or anyone who likes to take their time spotting Ernie's Sueviota. It’s a good, unhurried dive for when you want to focus on intricate reef life.

Location
Bohol, Philippines, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
9.257312, 124.658970
Type
reef

Best Time to Dive in Bohol

The warmest water temperatures in Bohol occur in May, averaging 30.2°C. The coolest conditions are in February at 27.6°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 27.9°C
  • February: 27.6°C
  • March: 28.3°C
  • April: 29.3°C
  • May: 30.2°C
  • June: 30.2°C
  • July: 29.8°C
  • August: 29.6°C
  • September: 29.7°C
  • October: 29.6°C
  • November: 29.3°C
  • December: 28.8°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Bohol

Nearest Dive Centres to White Island Reef

Marine Life in Bohol

Home to 148 recorded species including 140 reef fish, 4 seagrass & algae, 2 sea snails & nudibranchs, 1 sharks & rays, 1 sea cucumbers.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for White Island Reef

Based on average water temperature of 29.2°C, currents 5 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