Shark Airport
Protected Area
Tubbataha Reefs National Marine Park
Why dive here
With 477+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blacktip reef sharks, blue-spotted stingrays, dolphins and eagle rays - Shark Airport offers some of Tubbataha Reef's richest diving.
Shark Airport in Tubbataha, it’s a good one. Not always an adrenaline rush, but consistently interesting. We typically drop to about 27 meters and settle in, often finding a dozen or so reef sharks patrolling the sandy bottom and around the coral heads. It’s not a drift dive, more of a hang-out-and-watch site, which makes it perfect for photographers or anyone who just wants to observe without getting tumbled. Visibility is usually solid here, giving you plenty of time to take in the sheer number of sharks that call this place home.
Typical Shark Airport Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 27m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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