Philippines
Pamilacan Island
About this Dive Site
Description
Pamilacan Island, aptly named 'resting place of the mantas,' is a must-visit for its extraordinary marine biodiversity. Divers here have the incredible opportunity to witness playful dolphins, graceful manta rays, and even the majestic whale shark in its natural habitat.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
March, November, December, January, February, April, October
Jan
Good visibility, chance of whale sharks offshore.
Feb
Continued good visibility, potential for manta rays.
Mar
Peak visibility, excellent for macro photography.
Apr
Warm waters, good chance of seeing schooling fish.
More monthly highlights
May
Slightly reduced visibility due to potential plankton blooms.
Jun
Rainy season continues, occasional strong currents.
Jul
Rainy season, visibility can be poor.
Aug
Peak of the rainy season, strong currents possible.
Sep
End of rainy season, visibility improving.
Oct
Visibility improving significantly, good for spotting larger pelagics.
Nov
Excellent visibility, start of manta ray season.
Dec
Manta ray season in full swing, great visibility.
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