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Anilao site table listing Arthur's Rock as a boat-access site with moderate to strong current.
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Arthur's Rock
Boat-access reef and rocky wall with strong fish life.
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This site is commonly accessed by short resort boat ride with a guide who times the dive to conditions.
Usually dived by short boat ride from Anilao resorts; expect coral-covered rock, macro subjects, and currents that can shift from mild to stronger depending on conditions.
About Arthur's Rock
Arthur's Rock is a boat-access reef and rocky wall site in the Anilao circuit, known for coral-covered slopes, boulders, and a mix of macro subjects with schooling reef fish. Conditions are often manageable for newer divers when the water is settled, but guides still plan the dive around changing current and weather.
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Research Estimate At Arthur's Rock
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentModerate current
Where Is Arthur's Rock?
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Arthur's Rock Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 21m
Depth Note
Average depth around 10 m with a maximum depth of 21 m.
Best Season
November to May usually brings calmer seas and better visibility. Diving is still possible year-round, but June to October is more weather- and visibility-dependent.
Typical Conditions
Mild currents may be present.
Safety & Access At Arthur's Rock
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong current
Safety Notes
Mild currents may be present but are generally manageable.
Access Restrictions
Most visits are arranged by boat with a local dive operator rather than as an independent shore entry.
Legal Notes
Arthur's Rock sits within a local fish sanctuary in Mabini, so divers should follow marine protected area rules and operator guidance.
Local Intel For Arthur's Rock
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Suitable for beginner divers; average depth about 10 m with a maximum depth of 21 m.
Freediving
Freedive sessions here are best treated as boat-supported and conditions-dependent because current can build around the reef.
Snorkeling
Arthur's Rock is primarily run as a boat dive site; it is a weaker snorkel choice when current or surface chop is present.
Recent Logged Visits At Arthur's Rock
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Arthur's Rock
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
