Sipalay and Hinoba-an: Remarkable Dive Destinations of the Future

With over 500 marine species and an exquisite variety of intricate underwater topography, Sipalay and Hinoba-an are emerging as premier dive destinations in the Philippines — perfect for underwater photographers, marine biodiversity enthusiasts, and seekers of the extraordinary.

Southern Sipalay Dive Sites 

Eva’s Point

A reef featuring branching coral gardens, walls, and overhangs. Located at the mouth of Campomanes Bay, this site is perfect for photographers seeking to capture wide-angle shots of gorgonians or macro marvels like nudibranchs, shrimps, and pygmy seahorses.

Toscana
Situated between Punta Ballo Beach and Solana, this site features a gently sloping reef with lush coral gardens composed of both soft and hard corals. Abundant reef species include angelfish, butterflyfish, surgeonfish, and damselfish, with frequent sightings of green sea turtles.

Sunken Island

An immersed plateau offering an unforgettable diving experience, teeming with a diverse array of reef fish that welcome divers as they descend. Occasional sightings of Green sea turtles and Hawksbill turtles. Due to strong currents, this site is best suited for experienced divers with nitrox certification.

Northern Hinoba-an dive sites

Obong Point

The longest coral reef in the area is located in front of the Obong Caves. This site is known for its well-carpeted and vastly diverse soft and hard corals. It has many nooks and crannies, from the slope to its corner wall, that shelter various types of marine life.

Patchy-patchy

A collection of patchy reef mountains interspersed with sandy areas creates a dynamic underwater environment that is perfect for exploration. Explore alleys of sea fans and black corals while swimming alongside schools of Banana Fusiliers and Yellow-lined Snappers.

Catmon Point

Last but not least, this is the very best. This site features shallow coral gardens, valleys, and canyons that form a visually stunning underwater topography. Many of the animals here are experts in camouflage, making each dive an exciting treasure hunt.