Sunken Island, Pamilacan
Protected Area
Baclayon, Tagbilaran Bohol
Why dive here
With 496+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blacktip reef sharks, blue-spotted stingrays, bull sharks and octopuses - Sunken Island, Pamilacan offers some of Dumaguete's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 28-30°C, warmest June, July, October.
The Sunken Island off Pamilacan is a solid dive for intermediate wreck enthusiasts. Dropping to 22m, it’s not a true island but a substantial, barnacle-encrusted structure, thought to be an old fish aggregating device or possibly a small cargo vessel. Its metal framework is now a home for schooling bannerfish and occasional solitary trevally. Penetration isn't really an option, but you can weave through the girders and observe the growth. It's a straightforward, satisfying dive if you appreciate artificial reefs.
Typical Sunken Island, Pamilacan 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 22m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
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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French Touch Diving
Blue Revival Diving College
LET’S GO DIVING
Valm Divers
Diving King Dive Resort
Russian Divers Club
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Sunken Island, Pamilacan
Sunken Island, Pamilacan Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Sunken Island, Pamilacan, 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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