Black Rock
Remote manta-cleaning reef wall in Tubbataha
Scuba DivingBoatAdvanced8m - 25m
Reef
Local operator required
Access is managed through permitted liveaboards and park entry permits.
Liveaboard-only access in a regulated marine park; plan for current-aware diving, park permits, and an advanced recreational profile.
About Black Rock
Black Rock is a remote Tubbataha wall-and-plateau dive on a buoyed reef slope, known for manta-cleaning behavior, reef sharks, and seasonal pelagic traffic. Access is liveaboard-only, and the site suits current-aware recreational divers.
Safety & Access
Site Conditions
Dangerous wildlife
Safety Notes
Strong currents and large-animal encounters mean this is best for experienced recreational divers with solid buoyancy and situational awareness.
Access Restrictions
Liveaboard access only; park entry permits and operator-managed logistics are required.
Legal Notes
Tubbataha entry is regulated; operators need a Permit to Operate and visitors need park entry permits.
Where Is Black Rock?
Featured Operators
Loading local operators…
Local Intel For Black Rock
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best for Advanced Open Water divers who are comfortable in current and can hold tight buoyancy and team spacing.
Freediving
Not a practical freedive target; access and current exposure make this a scuba site.
Snorkeling
Not a practical snorkel target for the same reasons.
Wildlife at Black Rock
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Research Estimate At Black Rock
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Avg. Visibility21m
Access2/5 · Challenging entry effort
Aquatic Life5/5 · Exceptional variety
Facilities1/5 · No facilities
CurrentStrong current
