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Chapel Reef
Coral-rich Apo Island wall with turtles and crevices.
Local operator required
Boat trips and guide support are the normal way to reach Chapel Reef.
Boat-access Apo Island wall dive. The top is gentle, then the reef drops into a coral wall with overhangs and steady marine life.
About Chapel Reef
Chapel Reef is an Apo Island wall dive named for the chapel visible from land. It starts as a gentle slope with scattered coral bommies before steepening into a wall packed with cracks, crevices, tiny caverns, and overhangs. Soft and hard corals cover the structure, while turtles, reef fish, and occasional pelagics bring life to the blue.
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Research Estimate At Chapel Reef
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralPristine, vibrant coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentLight current
Where Is Chapel Reef?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Chapel Reef Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 40m
Depth Note
The Chapel site is listed at 5 to 40 m, beginning on a gentle reef before dropping into a wall beneath the chapel.
Best Season
October to May, with many trips running November to May.
Typical Conditions
Gentle reef-to-wall profile with coral bommies, crevices, and overhangs; monsoon months can bring stronger wind and swell.
Safety & Access At Chapel Reef
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environmentDangerous wildlife
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy controlled around the wall and caverns, and stay aware of passing pelagics in the blue water.
Access Restrictions
Boat access and local guide support are the practical way to visit the site.
Legal Notes
Apo Island is a marine sanctuary, so reef-safe and no-touch rules apply.
Local Intel For Chapel Reef
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Scuba divers move from the gentle reef down into the wall, working the crevices, caverns, and overhangs.
Freediving
Freediving is not the main use case here; the site is better handled as a controlled scuba dive.
Snorkeling
Shallow Apo Island reef sections can suit snorkelers, but Chapel Reef itself is primarily a scuba wall dive.
Wildlife at Chapel Reef
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Chapel Reef
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Chapel Reef
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
