Philippines
Black Rock
About this Dive Site
Description
Experience the thrill of drift diving at Black Rock in Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park, Philippines, where dramatic dark rock formations create a unique underwater landscape. Strong currents here often attract impressive pelagics, including sharks, manta rays, and the occasional majestic whale shark.
Best Time to Dive
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| 30°C | 30°C | 31°C | 31°C | 31°C | 32°C | 32°C | 32°C | 31°C | 31°C | 30°C | 30°C |
Peak Season
January, February, March, April, October, November, December, May, September
Jan
Excellent visibility, abundant marine life
Feb
Peak manta ray and shark season, incredible biodiversity
Mar
Continued excellent diving, good chance of seeing large pelagics
Apr
End of peak season, still great diving
More monthly highlights
May
Transition to calmer seas, good for macro life
Jun
Start of the wet season, occasional rain showers
Jul
Wet season, visibility can be reduced by plankton
Aug
Wet season, potential for rougher seas
Sep
End of wet season, visibility improving
Oct
Reopening of the park, excellent conditions
Nov
Start of manta ray season, abundant marine life
Dec
Peak manta ray and shark season, incredible biodiversity
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