Capitancillo Island
Protected Area
Sakay Point - Sitio Calipata-an Fish Sanctuary
Why dive here
With 554+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blacktip reef sharks, blue-spotted stingrays, manta rays and mobula rays (devil rays) - Capitancillo Island offers some of Visayas's richest diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest May, June, October.
Capitancillo Island offers a straightforward dive, often featuring modest currents that keep the corals healthy. Expect to see the usual suspects – reef fish darting between the soft and hard corals, and occasionally a turtle cruising by. It’s a solid choice for a relaxing afternoon dive, particularly if you appreciate a quieter site without heavy boat traffic. We'd suggest it for divers looking for easygoing conditions and consistent reef scenery.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Capitancillo Island
Capitancillo Island Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Capitancillo Island, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (10.3, 124.07) (19km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
31°C
87°F · Range: 29.5–32.2°C
Air Temperature
24°C
76°F
Wind Speed
3.27 m/s
6.4 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1010 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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