Map location of Cathedral

Cathedral

Wall dive at Cathedral

ScubaIntermediate
ReefWall
Local access in Anilao and Batangas (Verde Island Passage); plan for wall relief and depth awareness.

About Cathedral

Cathedral is a wall dive in Anilao and Batangas (Verde Island Passage) with a reef formation with a small feature in the wall. It suits confident divers who can manage depth, trim, and the changing shape of the reef.

Research Estimate At Cathedral

Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.

VisibilityVisibility: 10m
AccessModerate entry effort
Coral HealthHealthy coral
Marine LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CrowdedModerate
Current StrengthLight current
Surge StrengthLight surge

Where Is Cathedral?

Map location of Cathedral
This spotNearby spots
Community sourced coordinates.

Cathedral Planning Details

Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.

Reported Depth

18m - 25m

Depth Note

The landmark cross is located at around 18 m (60 ft), positioned between two large rocks.

Best Season

Calmer dry-season windows usually make Anilao and Batangas easier to dive.

Typical Conditions

A reef formation with a small feature in the wall with a planning focus on visibility and site timing.

Safety & Access At Cathedral

Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.

Key Hazards

Overhead environment

Safety Notes

Use conservative buoyancy and a tight buddy team for wall conditions; match the dive to the site’s main hazard.

Access Restrictions

Check local shore access or boat timing with the operator before entering.

Legal Notes

Follow local access rules and any marine-park or facility guidance that applies to the site.

Local Intel For Cathedral

Community notes to help plan your visit.

Scuba

Anilao mixes reef, muck, and current-sensitive dives, so scuba planning should match the site type.

Freedive

Only the calmest shallow sites are worth considering for freediving here.

Snorkel

Snorkeling is limited to the calmest shallow bays and is usually secondary to scuba.

Cathedral Dive Conditions Planner

Use the planner to scan this week, inspect today in local time, and understand how exposure shapes conditions at Cathedral.

Current Snapshot
No data
🌥️Variable
Sunrise
No data
Time
No data
Sunset
No data
Surface / Entry
Wind No data · Tide No data
Great
Sea State
Swell No data · Period unavailable
Great
Visibility Outlook
Rain chance No data
Great
Wind
No data
Swell
No data

Exposure Profile at Cathedral

Directional shelter context for incoming swell.

Exposure Note

Hourly forecast data is not available yet.

Wildlife at Cathedral

Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.

Recent Logged Visits At Cathedral

Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.

No Dive Logs Yet

Be the first to log a dive at this spot and share your experience!

Dive Spot Log Averages At Cathedral

Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.

Conditions
Avg. Visibility10m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
Loading nearby spots...

Cathedral Guide - Frequently Asked Questions

Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.

Cathedral Guide - Sources and Updates

Last Updated

Research Sources

aqua-venture.com · Destination Guide

Anilao site list and conditions overview from a dive-travel operator.

philippinedives.com · Destination Guide

Anilao destination guide emphasizing reef, muck, and macro diving.

Know this site? Improve Spot Details.