White Island Old Sanctuary - Siargao

White Island Old Sanctuary is a mellow dive, perfect if you’re new to the local waters or just getting your fins wet for the first time. We drop down to around 19 meters, finding a mostly sandy bottom dotted with small coral patches and some larger bommies. You’ll often spot a good number of reef fish here: parrotfish chomping on the coral, a few clownfish peeking from anemones, and schools of small jacks zipping by. It’s a comfortable, easy dive, usually with mild currents, which makes it a good spot for building confidence or enjoying a relaxed afternoon underwater.

Location
Siargao, Philippines, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
9.270400, 124.660200
Type
reef
Maximum Depth
19m
Difficulty
Beginner

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 White Island Old Sanctuary

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 White Island Old Sanctuary

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