When to dive.

Since its area is outside the country’s typhoon belt, scuba diving is good all year-round.

Where to dive.

Sumilon Island: Used to be the fish sanctuary of Silliman University Marine Biology Department. It is located about 180 meters from the coast of Santander. Diving in the area is very good especially the western side facing Dumaguete. Corals and marine life like the parrot bump head is very common. Crystal waters account for excellent visibility. Its marine life gives unlimited memorable dives for pleasure and scientific observations. Sea Snakes, Turtles, Rays, Barracudas, Groupers, even Whale Sharks lurk within the area.

Santander: The last Southern-most town of Cebu province, this dive site in the coastal area is fronting the underwater cemetery to the Japanese divers. Ideal for video-graphy and still photography because the max depth is only 60ft/20m with very good visibility, marine life is very colorful and sometimes big tuna can be seen. For experienced divers who like very strong currents, diving in Tañon Strait (between Cebu and Negros) is challenging. Tañon Straits is famous for dogtooth Tuna, Whales and Dolphin watching.

Siquijor Island: It is a province with 5 major towns. It is about two hours to the east of Apo Island. It is a sandy slope with coral heads and Blue Ribbon Eels as its main attraction.

Apo Island: Located in front of Dauin, it is presently a fish sanctuary declared by DENR. Silliman University of Dumaguete preserves the area that shoals of jacks and giant parrotfish frequent. The Island features walls and coral mounds. The gradual terrain from 60 to 120ft/20m to 40m is full of colorful corals and small fish. There are certain areas where the down current is very strong so be aware. Pelagic life including Jacks, Blacktip/Whitetip sharks are often seen.