This dive site, located in Aundanao on Samal Island, Davao, Mindanao, Philippines, is a popular destination for divers. It features a sloping coral reef abundant with marine life. Experienced divers can explore vibrant coral gardens and encounter various sea creatures including cuttlefish, moray eels, and schools of fish. The maximum depth here reaches 30 meters, making it suitable for advanced diving enthusiasts. Boat access is available, and the site often serves as part of a larger dive itinerary combined with neighboring locations for a full-day exploration of the underwater environment.
Aundanao
Sloping coral reef with vibrant marine life near Samal.
Boat Access
18m Avg Depth
30m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Brought to you by South Shore Divers
Plan Your Visit
coral reefturtleboat divemacro photographywide anglebeginner friendly
Marine Life
Blue-Barred Parrotfish
Snowflake Moray
Schooling Fish
Clownfish
Soft Gingerbread Hem Star
Hard Coral
Australian Giant Cuttlefish
French Angelfish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
Sloping reef allows beginners at shallows, advanced can explore deeper.
Hazards:
depthboat traffic
Current Strength:
Mild
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