Nonoc Shoal
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 Shoal offers some of Dumaguete's richest pinnacle diving. Water ranges 28-30°C, warmest June, July, October.
Nonoc Shoal gives you a good look at a classic pinnacle dive, dropping down to a consistent 21 meters. It’s a spot we often suggest for divers comfortable with a bit of current, as it can pick up here, sweeping you along the reef’s edge. You’ll find schools of jacks and barracuda hanging around the deeper sections, often joined by passing tuna. The corals here, while not the most vibrant in the region, are healthy, providing plenty of nooks and crannies for nudibranchs and smaller reef fish if you take the time to look closely.
Typical Nonoc Shoal 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 21m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Vibrations dive center
Coco Grove Dive Center
VOODOO DIVING CENTER
Dive Point Siquijor
BLUE DREAM DIVE, KITE & WING RESORT MANAGEMENT
Sea Explorers Siquijor
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Nonoc Shoal
Nonoc Shoal Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Nonoc Shoal, 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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