Anilao
In the mid-1960′s in Anilao, a whole coral reef was transplanted onto a large rock formation close to the shore. Contrary to popular belief at the time that the adventure would fail, the coral has flourished. As a result, diving has developed and is at the forefront of the industry in the Philippines, Anilao, to this day.
In Anilao, visibility is good and the opportunities for photography are excellent. Unfortunately, as Anilao develops, so some of the more negative aspects of this hIn the mid-1960′s in Anilao, a whole coral reef was transplanted onto a large rock formation close to the shore. Contrary to popular belief at the time that the adventure would fail, the coral has flourished. As a result, diving has developed and is at the forefront of the industry in the Philippines, Anilao, to this day.
In Anilao, visibility is good and the opportunities for photography are excellent. Unfortunately, as Anilao develops, so some of the more negative aspects of this have become evident. In particular, collection of corals and shells and over fishing are just some of the problems that Anilao and Batangas have to face. Fortunately, these problems are being addressed to. Most of the best dives are actually found around the islands of Sombrero and Maricaban, a short boat trip away from Anilao.
A short dive north of Anilao is the quiet town of Nasugbu where good diving is also abundant.
Diving Seasons
Dives can be conducted in Anilao all year round. The peak season is from July to September where most people choose to dive in this period.Reef Basics(TBC)
Great for:
Advanced, Photography,novices and the experienced diver
Highlights:
Thresher sharks, Hammerhead sharks, white tip sharks, manta rays
Depth:
5 – >40m
Visibility:
10 – 30m
Currents:
Can be strong
Surface conditions:
Can be choppy
Water temperature:
26 – 29°C
Number of dive sites:
>30
Experience level:
Recommended Length of stay:
5-7days
Dive Sites
There are approximately 20+ dive sites diveable from philippines which includes sites at Anilao Island. They are:- Bonito island
- Maricaban Island
- Mapating Rock
- Beatrice Rock
- Layag Layag
- Mainit Point
- Koala
- Catherdral Rock
- Ligpo island
- Nasugbu
Getting There
- 4 hours from Singapore to Manila, Philippines, by plane and then Just a two-and-a-half hour drive south of Manila
Tues, Wed, Thurs, Sat and Sun:
SIN-CEB 5J-548 Depart 00.20 – Arrive 04.00
Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri and Sat:
CEB-SIN 5J-547 Depart 19.45 – Arrive 23.25
All times are in Singapore GMT +8 hours
Mon and Thurs:
SIN-CEB MI544 Depart 14.35 – Arrive 18.15
CEB-SIN MI543 Depart 19.00 – Arrive 22.30
Mon, Tues, Thurs and Sat:
SIN-CEB MI566 Depart 09.05 – Arrive 12.45
Wed, Fri and Sun:
CEB-SIN MI588 Depart 15.25 – Arrive 18.55
All times are in Singapore GMT +8 hours
Accomodation
TBCOn Malapascua, Gill Divers chooses to dive with:
