22m
    Beginner
    Visayas, Philippines
    Tagbak Marine Park

    Tangka-an Point

    Best months: Jan–Mar

    Protected Area

    Tagbak Marine Park

    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) - Tangka-an Point offers some of Visayas's richest diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest May, June, October.

    Best timeJan–Mar
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBarracuda, Blacktip Reef Sharks, Blue-Spotted Stingrays, Manta Rays and Mobula Rays (Devil Rays) · 554+ species recorded
    Water28-31°C · warmest May, June, October
    Charactermax 22m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Tangka-an Point offers a gentle introduction to diving in the Visayas, with a maximum depth of 22m. It’s a solid spot for beginners or those looking for a relaxed dive. We typically find a good mix of smaller reef fish here, along with a decent chance of spotting a turtle or two cruising past. The conditions are usually calm, making it an easy-going experience.

    Typical Tangka-an Point Dive Profile

    10m20mSafety Stop0m22m 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 22m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.

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

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Tangka-an Point

    Tangka-an Point Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Tangka-an Point, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (10.3, 124.07) (19km away)

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    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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