This dive site, South Rock, is characterized by its dramatic topography, significantly shaped by powerful typhoon waves, resulting in impressive cliffs reaching heights of 30 meters and steep drop-offs. This erosion has created a dynamic and visually striking underwater landscape. Divers navigate around the unique rocky formations, encountering these dramatic features. The southern slope also features extensive terraces between depths of 25 and 35 meters, which are ideal for enthusiasts of unique geological formations and underwater ruins-like scenery, although the site's reported maximum depth for diving is 19 meters.
The marine life at South Rock is diverse, offering opportunities to observe various fish species including snappers, groupers, scorpionfish, schools of rockfish, amberjack, and yellowtail. Turtles are also present, and occasionally, larger pelagic species such as sharks and rays make appearances. Other unique inhabitants like frogfish and flounders can also be spotted. However, due to the dynamic topography and a lack of extensive hiding places, the overall fish population tends to be smaller compared to other nearby dive locations, which impacts the presence of medium-sized fish.
While no specific best time to visit is provided, the site's dramatic cliffs, steep drop-offs, and unique underwater terraces are its main highlights, offering excellent wide-angle photographic opportunities. Divers should be prepared for variable currents due to the area's exposure to powerful waves. Keep an active lookout for occasional large fish, sharks, and rays, which add an element of excitement to the dive. The site is also suitable for freedivers interested in exploring dynamic structures and moderate depths, while snorkelers can enjoy the visually striking cliffs near the surface.
