Mantigue Turtle Point - Siargao

Mantigue Turtle Point, just off Siargao, is exactly what it sounds like: a good spot for finding turtles. We often drop down to about 12-15 metres here, settling in to watch green sea turtles graze on the seagrass or cruise by in the gentle current. It’s a pretty relaxed dive, perfect for newer divers or those who just want to spend some quality time observing these graceful creatures without any challenging conditions. Visibility is usually decent, around 15 metres, which gives you plenty of time to spot them coming.

Location
Siargao, Philippines, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
9.169800, 124.821900
Type
reef
Maximum Depth
19m
Difficulty
Beginner

Marine Protected Area: Carmen Critical Habitat

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 Mantigue Turtle Point

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 Mantigue Turtle Point

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