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Independent Apo Reef guide with season, visibility, and marine-life notes.
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Apo Island - Aladin
North-east wall dive on Apo Reef with coral and pelagics.
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Local operator required
Boat access, permit checks, and park fees make a local operator the practical way to run this site.
Boat access from Pandan Island Resort, with permit checks, seasonal scheduling, and a wall profile that rewards buoyancy and a good briefing.
About Apo Island - Aladin
Apo Island - Aladin is a wall dive on the northeast side of Apo Reef, with a shallow plateau that gives way to a steeper wall. Morning light is the best match here, because it brings out the coral on the shelf and keeps the dive feeling clear and structured. It suits divers who are comfortable with boat logistics, changing current, and a remote reef profile that can produce bigger fish as well as coral detail.
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Research Estimate At Apo Island - Aladin
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 40m
AccessChallenging entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentModerate current
Where Is Apo Island - Aladin?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Apo Island - Aladin Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 40m
Depth Note
Wall dive on the northeast side; morning light is best on the coral plateau and wall.
Best Season
December to June, with the calmest window usually January to April.
Typical Conditions
Morning wall light, remote boat logistics, and variable current make the dive feel more like a planned excursion than a casual local hop.
Safety & Access At Apo Island - Aladin
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Restricted accessStrong current
Safety Notes
Good buoyancy control is essential, and entry-level divers should do a check-up dive around Pandan Island beforehand.
Access Restrictions
Boat access through Pandan Island Resort or another authorized operator; permit and fee checks apply before departure.
Legal Notes
Apo Reef is a marine park; plan for park fees and permit checks before boarding, and follow operator or ranger instructions for the day.
Local Intel For Apo Island - Aladin
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Morning dives get the best light on the wall and plateau, and the dive rewards good buoyancy more than fast swimming.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive site; the wall, remoteness, and permit-heavy setup make it much better suited to scuba.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is possible elsewhere around Apo Reef, but Aladin itself is a wall dive and should be treated as a scuba site.
Recent Logged Visits At Apo Island - Aladin
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Apo Island - Aladin
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility40m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
