Coral Gardens - Siargao

Coral Gardens off Siargao lives up to its name, offering a pleasant reef dive that’s perfect for a relaxed afternoon. We usually find it’s quite sheltered, making it a good choice if the conditions elsewhere are a bit choppy. Keep an eye out for Black-back Butterflyfish darting among the corals and the occasional Little Dory hovering near the sandy patches. If you’re patient and peer into the nooks, you might spot a Banded Cleaner Shrimp or a well-camouflaged Japanese Stargazer. It’s a solid, easy dive, probably best for newer divers or those who prefer a slower pace to really soak it all in.

Location
Siargao, Philippines, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
6.918284, 125.681854
Type
reef

Marine Protected Area: Island of Pandasan Wilderness Area

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 Coral Gardens

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 Coral Gardens

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