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Published Jan 1, 2026Recent park fees, operator-only access, and limited island facilities.
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Anchor
Advanced boat dive on a coral-covered anchor site.
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Remote offshore site usually dived by boat with current-dependent timing, clear water, and deep-profile planning for experienced divers.
About Anchor
Anchor is an advanced boat dive in Apo Reef built around a large old anchor resting on a coral-covered rise. Divers usually come here for blue-water fish action as schools of snapper and barracuda move through the site, with conditions changing sharply when the current starts to run.
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Research Estimate At Anchor
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessChallenging entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Anchor?
This spotNearby spots
Community sourced coordinates.
Anchor Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
32m+
Depth Note
An underwater hill is described at a depth of 32 m.
Best Season
The most reliable season is the drier period from January to April, when seas are usually calmer and visibility is more consistent.
Typical Conditions
Strong currents can occur during the right time of the month.
Safety & Access At Anchor
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong current
Safety Notes
Currents can be quite strong during certain times of the month.
Access Restrictions
Visits to this part of Apo Reef are arranged through an accredited operator and require protected-area permit handling and park fees.
Legal Notes
Anchor sits inside Apo Reef Natural Park, so protected-area rules, permit requirements, and designated anchorage or mooring rules apply.
Local Intel For Anchor
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Main feature is a large anchor on a coral-covered hill around 32 m.
Freediving
This is not typically a freedive-focused site because the main attraction sits deep and conditions can become current-sensitive.
Snorkeling
Anchor is generally a better fit for scuba than snorkeling because the signature feature is deep and boat-based access is the norm.
Recent Logged Visits At Anchor
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Anchor
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
