Zhongzhou/Ban Than Reef
Why dive here
Zhongzhou/Ban Than Reef is a reef dive where divers can encounter sea turtles and sperm whales. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest May, June, July.
Zhongzhou Reef, also known as Ban Than, gives us a good look at some healthy coral systems in Palawan. It’s not one of those dramatic wall dives, but rather a sloping reef where we’ve often found ourselves drifting gently over fields of whip corals and small bommies. Look closely among the nooks for juvenile reef fish and you’ll likely spot nudibranchs if you’re patient. It's a relaxed dive, perfect for photographers wanting to take their time or for newer divers getting comfortable with reef exploration in the region.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Zhongzhou/Ban Than Reef
Zhongzhou/Ban Than Reef Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Zhongzhou/Ban Than Reef, 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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