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Koala overview with year-round caveat and macro dive context.
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Boat-accessed Anilao site with a gentle slope, boulders and soft coral; best for slow, guided dives and macro hunting in calm-to-medium water.
About Koala
Koala is a boat-accessed Anilao reef with a gentle slope, scattered boulders and sandy patches that make for an easy, slow-paced dive. It suits novice divers and macro-focused outings, with soft coral, clownfish and other small critters around the coral heads. Expect a calm-to-medium-current site that rewards relaxed buoyancy and a guided search more than fast drifting.
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Research Estimate At Koala
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentModerate current
Where Is Koala?
This spotNearby spots
Community sourced coordinates.
Koala Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
8m - 24m
Depth Note
Depths reported from 8 to 24 m, with a gentle slope starting around 9 m.
Best Season
Year-round; outside the June-October rainy season usually offers calmer water and better visibility.
Typical Conditions
Good visibility exceeding 10 m.
Safety & Access At Koala
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy tight around boulders and coral heads, and plan for mild-to-medium current rather than drift conditions.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; confirm local dive-pass and resort boarding rules before you go.
Legal Notes
Anilao diving commonly includes the Mabini Dive Pass environmental fee; confirm current local requirements with your operator.
Local Intel For Koala
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Boat-accessed reef with a gentle slope, coral heads and scattered boulders; a good fit for novice-paced guided scuba and macro photography.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive target. The site is better suited to scuba and photo-paced exploration.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is secondary here; the interesting terrain and critters sit below easy surface view.
Wildlife at Koala
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Koala
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Koala
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
