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Apo Island overview noting Cogon Point's current-driven reputation and common school fish.
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Cogon
Boat-accessed Apo Island reef with sand, coral, and wall.
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Boat access and current make local operator support the practical way to dive Cogon.
Apo Island drift-style reef with a sand-slope start, coral blocks, and a wall; best for confident scuba divers tracking current.
About Cogon
Cogon is a current-shaped Apo Island reef where a boat drop can put you onto a flat sand slope, coral blocks, and a short wall that keep the route active but readable. The site is known for schooling fish and mixed reef life, so it rewards steady buoyancy, close reef tracking, and comfort handling flow. It suits confident scuba divers looking for an energetic drift-style profile rather than a calm garden cruise.
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Research Estimate At Cogon
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentModerate current
Where Is Cogon?
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Cogon Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
18m - 35m
Depth Note
A flat sand slope starts the dive; one report says current can carry divers to around 30 m, while the site page lists a 35 m maximum.
Best Season
December to May for steadier conditions; year-round with local current judgment.
Typical Conditions
Drift-style reef route with a sand-slope start, coral blocks, a wall, and strong fish activity.
Safety & Access At Cogon
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong current
Safety Notes
Stay close to the reef or sand slope, keep buoyancy tight in current, and be ready to abort if the flow is stronger than planned.
Access Restrictions
Treat the site as current-sensitive and operator-led; skip it if the flow is running hard or if the pickup plan is unclear.
Legal Notes
Apo Island is a managed marine area, so follow local reserve rules and no-touch practices.
Local Intel For Cogon
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A guided drift-style scuba dive is the practical mode here because current can move you from the sand slope onto the deeper section.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first site; the current and depth make scuba the practical choice.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is not the main use case; the site's best section is below the surface and in the current line.
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Avg. Visibility20m
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Cogon Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Cogon Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
www.scubadiving.com · Magazine
Older dive report with boat entry, drift framing, and species observations at Cogon Point.
www.splashpacker.com · Blog
Trip report describing Cogon Point as a relaxing drift dive with light current.
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