This dive site, known as Cliff Dive or Napaling Point, offers a unique opportunity to witness a 'Sardine Run' at very shallow depths. Located at the foot of Panglao Island's cliffs, the site features a steeply sloping wall that starts near the surface. Navigation is straightforward, following the wall where the schooling sardines congregate. There is no specific history or story provided for the site, but its natural phenomenon makes it a compelling destination.
The main attraction here is undoubtedly the massive schools of sardines, which can number in the thousands, swirling just below the surface. Along the steeply sloping wall, divers and snorkelers can also observe black corals and various feather stars attached to the reef, adding to the site's biodiversity and visual interest.
While specific 'best time to visit' information isn't provided, sardine runs are often a year-round phenomenon in the Philippines, though local conditions can vary. This site is particularly ideal for snorkelers and freedivers due to the shallow depth of the sardine run. Scuba divers can explore the wall, enjoying the sardine spectacle from below and observing the corals and feather stars, making it a truly spectacular and accessible marine experience in Bohol.
