Light House - Tubbataha South Atoll
Lighthouse wall dive with coral and blue-water life
Local operator required
Access is managed through permitted liveaboards in Tubbataha.
About Light House - Tubbataha South Atoll
Light House - Tubbataha South Atoll is a southern wall dive beneath the lighthouse islet, with branching Acropora, sea fans, barrel sponges, and open-blue passes from hammerheads, whale sharks, and schools of reef fish. It suits experienced divers who like steep reef terrain and clear-water exposures.
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Light House - Tubbataha South Atoll Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
2m - 40m
Depth Note
Survey bands at 2-3 m and 7-10 m sit above a steep wall that drops into the blue on the South Atoll edge.
Best Season
March-June dry season
Typical Conditions
Exposed wall diving with clear water, current-aware planning, and a coral-rich crest around the lighthouse islet.
Safety & Access At Light House - Tubbataha South Atoll
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Stay compact on the wall, watch for current or surge changes, and keep the team oriented on the exposed South Atoll edge.
Access Restrictions
Liveaboard access only; the lighthouse and inner lagoon reefs are off-limits to visitors.
Legal Notes
Tubbataha entry is regulated and the South Atoll is managed as a protected marine park site.
Local Intel For Light House - Tubbataha South Atoll
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Scuba
Best for experienced recreational divers who are comfortable on steep walls, open blue, and occasional current or surge changes.
Freedive
Only suitable for very experienced freedivers in calm conditions; the wall and open blue make this an advanced site.
Snorkel
Snorkel visits are not the main use case because the dive is built around the wall and open-water passes.
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