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Amos Rock
Liveaboard wall dive on Tubbataha's North Atoll.
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Tubbataha is liveaboard-only and permit-controlled, so a local operator is required.
Remote North Atoll wall for experienced divers; liveaboard-only access, strong current, and a short fair-weather season.
About Amos Rock
Amos Rock is a liveaboard wall dive on Tubbataha's North Atoll, starting from a shallow reef top and dropping into a steep coral wall. The site is known for dense gorgonian fans, big-fish action and strong current, so it suits experienced divers who want an open-ocean North Atoll dive with a classic reef-top-to-wall profile.
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Research Estimate At Amos Rock
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessChallenging entry effort
CoralPristine, vibrant coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesNo facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentVery strong current
Where Is Amos Rock?
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Amos Rock Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 70m
Depth Note
Reef top at 5 m; wall drops to around 70 m.
Best Season
March to June
Typical Conditions
High-energy North Atoll wall with strong, sometimes unpredictable current; visibility often runs 10-35 m, and the site is normally done from a liveaboard during the short season.
Safety & Access At Amos Rock
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Restricted accessStrong current
Safety Notes
Strong current, deep wall and remote liveaboard access require conservative planning and tight buoyancy.
Access Restrictions
Liveaboard only; park permits are required and the site suits experienced divers comfortable with current and depth.
Legal Notes
Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park requires vessel and visitor entry permits, and commercial operators need a permit to operate.
Local Intel For Amos Rock
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Steep wall dive with strong current, coral cover and big-fish action; best for experienced divers who can hold position on an open-ocean reef.
Freediving
Not a practical freedive site; the wall and current make scuba the better fit.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel-first stop; the main attraction is the wall and deeper reef.
Wildlife at Amos Rock
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Amos Rock
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Amos Rock
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility30m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
