SAN MARTIN DE PORRES
Protected Area
Marine Reserve
Why dive here
With 135+ marine species recorded in the area - including napoleon wrasse and pufferfish - SAN MARTIN DE PORRES offers some of Donsol & Sorsogon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 28-30°C, warmest June, July, August.
San Martin de Porres offers a straightforward wreck dive in the waters off Donsol. Sunk back in 1974 after a collision, this motor vessel now rests at a shallow 13 meters, making it quite accessible. We found the wreck relatively intact in places, with parts of the hull still discernible, and the superstructure a jumble of twisted metal. It’s not a huge wreck, but there are plenty of nooks and crannies to peer into, often revealing inquisitive batfish or a resting lionfish. For newer wreck divers, or those looking for a relaxed second dive, it’s a good spot to practice buoyancy and observe how marine life colonizes artificial reefs.
Typical SAN MARTIN DE PORRES 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.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SAN MARTIN DE PORRES
SAN MARTIN DE PORRES Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SAN MARTIN DE PORRES, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (12.8, 123.7) (15km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 29–31.1°C
Air Temperature
27°C
81°F
Wind Speed
5.19 m/s
10.1 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1008.6 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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