How do you reach Coco South?

Coco South is reached by boat from a local Anda dive operator or resort. This is not a shore-entry site.

How much current should you expect at Coco South?

Expect mild to moderate current on ordinary days, with a drift feel possible when the wall starts moving water. A guide who knows the route matters.

Is Coco South good for underwater photography?

Yes. The shallow reef top gives you coral detail first, then the wall and overhangs add shape and fish movement for wider frames.

What kind of dive is Coco South?

Coco South is a wall dive with a shallow coral top that drops into deeper water. The route is straightforward, but it still feels like a planned boat dive.

What level of diver fits Coco South?

Comfortable open-water divers with decent buoyancy are the best fit. The site is manageable, but the wall and current make it better than a pure beginner drift.

What marine life is common at Coco South?

Nudibranchs and crustaceans are part of the site’s personality, and the reef also supports turtles, sharks, and mixed reef fish. It is a good fit if you want both small-life detail and wider reef structure.

What visibility should you expect at Coco South?

Visibility is usually good around Anda and is strongest in the March-to-May window. It is a cleaner choice than a site that depends on sheltered lagoon water.

When is the best season for Coco South?

March to May is the cleanest planning window for Coco South. Outside that stretch, the site can still work, but you should expect more ordinary reef-day variability.

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Coco South

Anda wall dive with overhangs and barrel sponges

Scuba Diving BoatIntermediate

Deep Reef Wall

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Local operator required

A local Anda resort boat or dive center is the practical way to reach the site.

Boat-led Anda wall site with coral cover, overhangs, and a practical Bohol day-dive fit.

About Coco South

Coco South is a boat-access wall dive on the Anda side of Bohol, where a shallow reef top drops into a steep wall lined with hard and soft coral, barrel sponges, and overhangs. The overhangs give the site extra structure and make the route feel more layered than a plain reef face. It is a guide-led boat day rather than a casual shore hop, and it suits divers who want steady trim, reef detail, and small-life hunting without losing the wider wall shape.

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Research Estimate At Coco South

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

Visibility20m

AccessSimple entry

CoralHealthy coral

Aquatic LifeGreat variety

FacilitiesGood facilities

CurrentModerate current

Where Is Coco South?

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Community sourced coordinates.

Coco South Planning Details

Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.

Reported Depth

3m - 30m

Depth Note

The reef top starts shallow around 3m and drops onto a wall to the site's published 30m maximum.

Best Season

March to May

Typical Conditions

Warm water, generally good visibility, and a current that is usually mild to moderate but can strengthen on drift days.

Safety & Access At Coco South

Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.

Site Conditions

Sharp coralStrong current

Safety Notes

Keep trim through the overhangs, stay off the coral, and follow the guide if the wall starts carrying flow.

Access Restrictions

Boat-only access from an Anda operator.

Legal Notes

Follow the local briefing and avoid contact with coral and marine life.

Local Intel For Coco South

Community notes to help plan your visit.

Scuba Diving

Guided boat dive with a shallow reef top, wall edge, and overhangs that reward steady buoyancy.

Freediving

Not a freedive-first site; the wall profile and boat setup make scuba the better fit.

Snorkeling

Not a snorkel-first site; the main shape and marine life are better handled on scuba.

Wildlife at Coco South

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

crustaceans

Crab

Green sea turtle ( Chelonia mydas ), Moorea, French Polynesia

turtles

Green Turtle

Chelonia mydas

molluscs

Nudibranch

sharks

Whitetip Reef Shark

Triaenodon obesus

Recent Logged Visits At Coco South

Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.

Dive Spot Log Averages At Coco South

Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.

Conditions

Avg. Visibility20m

Activity

No dive activity logged yet.

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Coco South

Anda wall dive with overhangs and barrel sponges

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Coco South Guide - Frequently Asked Questions

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

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