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Abundant fishes and corals, strong current sometimes, no fish feeding with bread.
Dive Spot Guide•
Nalusuan Island
Nalusuan Island is a shallow marine sanctuary with dense fish life.
Local operator required
Boat transfer from Cebu or Mactan is the normal way to reach Nalusuan Island.
Boat-access Cebu sanctuary with a shallow reef top, wall sections, and strong snorkeling appeal.
About Nalusuan Island
Nalusuan Island is a marine sanctuary reef with a gentle slope, a wall, and a coral garden that stay easy to read underwater. It suits relaxed scuba and snorkel days, with clear water, dense fish life, and a reef layout that rewards slow time on the top and along the wall. Plan on a boat-linked island visit and a calm, photo-friendly session over the reef.
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Research Estimate At Nalusuan Island
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 18m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentModerate current
Where Is Nalusuan Island?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Nalusuan Island Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 25m
Depth Note
Guide sources place Nalusuan around 15 m average with a 25 m max, while the reef top stays shallow enough for snorkeling.
Best Season
Year-round; March to May is a strong island-hopping window.
Typical Conditions
Shallow reef top, wall sections, clear water, dense fish life, and a current that can strengthen.
Safety & Access At Nalusuan Island
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Boat trafficStrong current
Safety Notes
Stay alert to current on the wall and keep the group close on entries and exits.
Access Restrictions
Boat transfer and sanctuary entrance fee are part of the visit.
Legal Notes
Do not feed fish and follow sanctuary rules and operator instructions.
Local Intel For Nalusuan Island
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A sloping reef leading to a wall provides varied terrain for a scuba dive.
Freediving
Short breath-holds work over the shallow reef top, but current can make the site less forgiving for beginners.
Snorkeling
Shallow coral and dense fish life make Nalusuan Island a strong snorkel stop when conditions are calm.
Wildlife at Nalusuan Island
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Nalusuan Island
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Nalusuan Island
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility18m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
