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    Mantigue Sanctuary dive site
    20m
    Beginner
    Siargao, Philippines
    Carmen Critical Habitat

    Mantigue Sanctuary

    Best months: Dec–Apr

    Protected Area

    Carmen Critical Habitat

    Why dive here

    With 82+ marine species recorded in the area - including manta rays, mobula rays (devil rays), whale sharks and pufferfish - Mantigue Sanctuary offers some of Siargao's richest diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest June, August, September.

    Best timeDec–Apr
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeManta Rays, Mobula Rays (Devil Rays), Whale Sharks and Pufferfish · 82+ species recorded
    Water27-30°C · warmest June, August, September
    Charactermax 20m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    Mantigue Sanctuary offers an easy dive, mostly a gently sloping reef to about 20m. You'll find a good collection of hard corals and plenty of reef fish, parrotfish and snapper are common here. It’s a comfortable spot for newer divers or those looking for a relaxed afternoon. The visibility can be quite good, often 15m or more.

    Typical Mantigue Sanctuary Dive Profile

    10m20mSafety Stop0m20m max~30 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Depth of 20m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.

    Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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    Nearest Dive Centres to Mantigue Sanctuary

    Dive shops near Mantigue Sanctuary

    Algen's Dive Resort

    5km away
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    Camiguin Souldivers

    8km away

    Black Beach Divers

    19km away
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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Mantigue Sanctuary

    Mantigue Sanctuary Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Mantigue Sanctuary, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (8.91, 125.03) (20km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    30°C

    86°F · Range: 29.2–31.2°C

    Current Speed

    1 cm/s

    Direction: S (180°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.333 mg/m³

    Moderate productivity

    Salinity

    32.39 PSU

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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