Nonoc Sanctuary
Protected Area
Takbal-Bato Marine Sanctuary
Why dive here
With 496+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blacktip reef sharks, blue-spotted stingrays, bull sharks and octopuses - Nonoc Sanctuary offers some of Dumaguete's richest reef diving. Water ranges 28-30°C, warmest June, July, October.
Nonoc Sanctuary is a straightforward, pleasant reef dive right off the Dumaguete coast. We’ve found it’s a good spot for a relaxed afternoon dive, especially if you’re looking for something gentle. The reef itself slopes down to about 20 meters, and while it might not blow your mind, there are always plenty of reef fish poking around the corals. It’s a comfortable, easy dive, perfect for beginners or anyone wanting to get back in the water without any fuss.
Typical Nonoc Sanctuary Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 20m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to Nonoc Sanctuary
Dive shops near Nonoc Sanctuary
VOODOO DIVING CENTER
Dive Point Siquijor
Vibrations dive center
Coco Grove Dive Center
BLUE DREAM DIVE, KITE & WING RESORT MANAGEMENT
Sea Explorers Siquijor
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Nonoc Sanctuary
Nonoc Sanctuary Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Nonoc Sanctuary, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (9.23, 123.47) (3km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 29–31.3°C
Air Temperature
27°C
81°F
Wind Speed
4.36 m/s
8.5 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1009.6 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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