Cebu Great Ocean - Siargao

Alright, let's talk about Cebu Great Ocean. If you’re like us, and you hear "wreck" and picture a dramatic, deep-sea behemoth, you’re going to be surprised here. This isn't that. It's a landing craft, sure, but it’s sitting right in the shallows, the stern almost poking out of the water at low tide. We’ve even snorkelled it, but really, get a tank on. The beauty of Cebu Great Ocean is its accessibility and how nature has reclaimed it. We love easing into the dive, finning over the flat sandy bottom towards the dark silhouette. The wreck itself isn't huge, but there's enough structure left – ribs, plates, some open holds – to make for an engaging explore. Look for the clouds of juvenile snapper that swirl around the remains of the bridge. Our favourite part is peeking into the darker corners for lionfish or stonefish tucked away, perfectly camouflaged. It’s an easy, relaxing dive, perfect for a relaxed afternoon when you're not chasing big pelagics but still want something interesting to see. The light plays beautifully through the shallow water, illuminating the colours on the coral growth that's started to colonise the metal.

Location
Siargao, Philippines, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
9.527223, 125.429440
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
0m

Marine Protected Area: Mangrove Areas along Municipalities of Lavigan, Valencia Up to Taon River Municipality of Barcelona,, Islands of Masopelid, Mahaba, Condona, Bayagnan, Bilabid and Caye Mangrove Swamp Forest Reserve

Best Time to Dive in Siargao

The warmest water temperatures in Siargao occur in September, averaging 30.2°C. The coolest conditions are in February at 27.7°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 28.1°C
  • February: 27.7°C
  • March: 27.9°C
  • April: 28.4°C
  • May: 29.1°C
  • June: 29.3°C
  • July: 29.6°C
  • August: 30.1°C
  • September: 30.2°C
  • October: 30.0°C
  • November: 30.0°C
  • December: 29.4°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Siargao

Nearest Dive Centres to Cebu Great Ocean

Marine Life in Siargao

Home to 87 recorded species including 62 reef fish, 7 sharks & rays, 5 seagrass & algae, 5 sea snails & nudibranchs, 3 crabs & lobsters, 2 hard corals.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Cebu Great Ocean

Based on average water temperature of 29.2°C, currents 2 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 29°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories