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Published Jan 28, 2023News piece quoting regional tourism stakeholders and highlighting marine life at Burias Shoal.
Dive Spot Guide•
Burias Shoal
Advanced Camiguin shoal with current and big-fish action
Offshore Camiguin shoal for advanced boat divers; current, reef slope, and open water shape the dive.
About Burias Shoal
Burias Shoal is an offshore Camiguin dive for experienced divers who are comfortable in moving water. Expect a current-shaped shoal with coral bommies, black-coral patches, and an open-water edge that can turn a reef look into a fast drift. Plan it as a guided boat dive, keep your buoyancy tidy, and use the briefing to pick the section of the shoal that matches the day's flow.
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Research Estimate At Burias Shoal
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Burias Shoal?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Burias Shoal Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 25m
Depth Note
Guide pages describe the main diveable zone around 5-25m; some slope descriptions run deeper, so this is the conservative planning baseline.
Best Season
March to June usually brings the calmest seas and best visibility; November to February can be windier.
Typical Conditions
Offshore current-prone shoal with coral bommies, black-coral patches, and open-water edges; the fish action tends to build when the flow is moving.
Safety & Access At Burias Shoal
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Strong current
Safety Notes
Strong current is reported on almost every dive; appropriate experience and planning are recommended.
Access Restrictions
Best for experienced divers who are comfortable in current and open water; guided boat dives are the practical setup.
Legal Notes
Confirm any marine park or site fees with the operator; Camiguin packages commonly bundle those fees into the trip.
Local Intel For Burias Shoal
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Due to frequently strong current, the site is suited to experienced divers.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first site. Current and open-water exposure make scuba the practical choice.
Snorkeling
Not a primary snorkel site. Only consider it in very calm conditions and with a local operator who is comfortable managing the current.
Wildlife at Burias Shoal
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Burias Shoal
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Burias Shoal
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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