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Mangrove
Mangrove is a boat-accessed Malapascua training site.
Local operator required
Best handled with a local Malapascua dive center.
A Malapascua training dive with easy sand-and-reef terrain, small-life sightings, and guided island logistics.
About Mangrove
Mangrove is a boat-accessed Malapascua training site with a sandy bottom and patch reef, used for check dives and open-water courses. It is more about buoyancy practice and small fish than big scenery, so it suits calm, low-stress sessions. Plan on a guided dive, a simple training-style setup, and the best water in settled weather.
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Research Estimate At Mangrove
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessSimple entry
CoralSome damage
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Where Is Mangrove?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Mangrove Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
8m - 14m
Depth Note
Average depth is described as 8–10 m, with a maximum depth of 14 m.
Best Season
Best in the dry season, roughly November to May, with the most settled water toward the middle of that window.
Typical Conditions
Warm tropical water, a simple training profile, and visibility that is usually better in settled months.
Safety & Access At Mangrove
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Restricted access
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy tight over the sand-to-reef edge and stay close to the guide if training groups are in the water.
Access Restrictions
Guided access is the norm; plan the site through a local operator rather than as an independent entry.
Legal Notes
Follow local dive-center rules and any site or island protection guidance.
Local Intel For Mangrove
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Suitable for open water training; average depth about 8–10 m with a maximum of 14 m.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive line. Only short, shallow practice makes sense; scuba training is the main fit.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is limited and only worthwhile on very calm days over the shallow sand; the site is mainly a scuba training spot.
Recent Logged Visits At Mangrove
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Mangrove
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
