Valparaiso Shoal
Why dive here
Valparaiso Shoal is a pinnacle dive where divers can encounter sea turtles and sperm whales. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest May, June, July.
Valparaiso Shoal, off Palawan, presents itself as a broad, flat expanse rather than a dramatic drop. While the area isn’t known for vibrant coral, we have encountered green turtles here, gracefully making their way across the seabed. It’s a site for those who appreciate quiet exploration and the chance of a larger pelagic encounter, like the occasional sperm whale sighting, more than intricate reef ecosystems. Currents can pick up, so it's best suited for divers comfortable in drift conditions.
Typical Valparaiso Shoal Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Valparaiso Shoal
Valparaiso Shoal Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Valparaiso Shoal, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (11.2, 119.35) (0km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 28.9–30.7°C
Air Temperature
28°C
82°F
Wind Speed
6.69 m/s
13.0 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1008.9 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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