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Cabuan reef survey with coral cover, fish mix, and current comments.
Dive Spot Guide•
Cabuan
Camiguin slope reef with giant clams and coral life.
Local operator required
Featured far-site dive that is usually handled through a local Camiguin operator and boat crew.
Featured Camiguin far-site dive; the slope and island-tip current make it best on calmer windows with a local operator.
About Cabuan
Cabuan is a southern Camiguin sanctuary dive built around a sloping reef, giant clams, and mixed coral cover. The site moves from a shallow coral zone into a steeper face, so the shape changes as you work along the slope rather than staying flat and repetitive. It is best on calmer windows, because current can build where the island tip funnels water across the reef.
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Research Estimate At Cabuan
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralSome damage
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentModerate current
Where Is Cabuan?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Cabuan Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
7m - 35m
Depth Note
Shallow reef is documented around 7-8m; the slope continues to about 35m.
Best Season
March to June, with year-round diving and windier months from November to February.
Typical Conditions
Gentle slope, mixed coral, and calm underwater currents on better days; current can strengthen where the island tip funnels water.
Safety & Access At Cabuan
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong current
Safety Notes
Watch the current on the slope and keep buoyancy steady through the coral patches and rock formations.
Local Intel For Cabuan
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A sloping sanctuary dive with a shallow coral zone, a deeper reef face to around 35m, and a profile that suits steady reef cruising.
Freediving
Not the primary fit; the boat access, slope, and current make it better suited to scuba than casual breath-hold diving.
Snorkeling
Better as a scuba dive than a snorkel stop, since the most interesting structure sits along a deeper slope and current can build.
Wildlife at Cabuan
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Cabuan
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Cabuan
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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