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Linosutan Coral Gardens
Linosutan Coral Gardens with clear reef slopes
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Local operator required
A local boat operator is the normal way to reach and work the reef.
Boat-access reef near Talikud with coral-rich shallows, a sloping profile, and calm-day focus for snorkelers and divers.
About Linosutan Coral Gardens
Linosutan Coral Gardens is a boat-access reef site off Talikud Island with a broad, sloping profile and a mix of coral heads, sandy patches, and photo-friendly structure. It is known for clear water, strong color in the upper reef, and a lower slope that opens into sandier water, so it suits calm guided days more than rushed transit dives.
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Research Estimate At Linosutan Coral Gardens
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Linosutan Coral Gardens?
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Linosutan Coral Gardens Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 40m
Depth Note
Public guides place the site in shallow water with the strongest color above 20m and a reef that slopes into sandier water by around 40m.
Best Season
Year-round, with the calmest boat windows and clearest water on settled days.
Typical Conditions
A clear-water reef with a colorful upper slope, a gentler middle section, and a sandier lower run.
Safety & Access At Linosutan Coral Gardens
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficWaves
Safety Notes
Stay with the guide, keep clear of the coral slope, and treat the lower run as a more exposed part of the reef.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; use local briefing and reef-aware entry and exit.
Legal Notes
The reef sits in a managed marine area, so no-touch and no-take behavior matters.
Local Intel For Linosutan Coral Gardens
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
The site suits relaxed reef exploration, macro photography, and easy reef-to-slope navigation.
Freediving
Freediving is only sensible on the calmest shallow fringe; the site is better known for scuba.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is one of the site's strengths when seas are calm and the upper reef stays clear.
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Wildlife at Linosutan Coral Gardens
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Recent Logged Visits At Linosutan Coral Gardens
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Linosutan Coral Gardens
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Avg. Visibility20m
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Linosutan Coral Gardens Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Linosutan Coral Gardens Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
region11.bfar.da.gov.ph · Official
Official marine-area article naming the Coral Garden MPA in Barangay Linosutan.
www.divephilippines.com.ph · Operator
Dive guide page for the Davao area and Linosutan Coral Gardens.
www.philippinetourismusa.com · Tourism
Tourism guide with the site name, depth range, and all-level note.
www.puertoparrot.com · Community
Community dive page explaining the Linosutan alias and reef life.
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