Operator page with slope, coral, and marine-life context.
Shore-access slope and wall with macro life and clear-water photography.
Shore-access slope and wall with macro life and clear-water photography.
Lighthouse is a Cabilao Island shore-access slope and wall with seagrass, corals, sponges, and gorgonians that make it a favourite for underwater photographers. The site starts shallow and drops into a macro-rich Philippine reef, with scorpionfish, ghostpipefish, sea snakes, shrimp, crabs, and bigger fish in the water around the point.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 20m
Depth Note
The slope starts shallow and runs to about 20 m, with a nearby current point on the island.
Best Season
Year-round, with December to June often productive for bigger sightings.
Typical Conditions
Shore-accessed slope and wall with seagrass, corals, and photographer-friendly visibility.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy gentle over the coral slope and stay aware of the adjacent current point.
Access Restrictions
Shore access only; best in calm seas with confident buoyancy.
Legal Notes
Use a local operator and follow any Cabilao reef guidance for the day.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Recommended for intermediate to advanced scuba divers who enjoy wall and drift diving.
Freediving
Possible on the shallow slope, but the site is mainly a scuba and photography reef.
Snorkeling
Calm-day snorkeling is workable near shore, though the richer life sits deeper on the slope.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Operator page with slope, coral, and marine-life context.
Independent Cabilao guide with hammerhead and wrasse context.
Independent Cabilao season and visibility report.
Independent lighthouse entry and visibility notes.
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