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Official tourism page describing Dauin as a dive base with easy shore entries, house reefs, dive resorts and the clearest water often in March-May.
Dive Spot Guide•
La Tortue House Reef
Sheltered Dauin house reef with turtles and macro life.
Easy-access house reef in Dauin with shallow coral, sandy patches and a strong macro baseline.
About La Tortue House Reef
La Tortue House Reef is a sheltered Dauin house reef with shallow coral, sandy patches, and a steady mix of macro life and resident turtles. It is a relaxed reef for slow-paced diving, training and easy scenic sessions when the sea is calm.
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Research Estimate At La Tortue House Reef
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 11m
AccessEasy entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesExcellent facilities
Where Is La Tortue House Reef?
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Community sourced coordinates.
La Tortue House Reef Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
2m - 30m
Depth Note
Most listings place the main house reef at 2-20 m, with one listing noting a deeper mini reef around 30 m for advanced divers.
Best Season
November to May, with clearer water often March to May.
Typical Conditions
Sheltered shore-front reef on Dauin's volcanic black-sand coast, with calm entries, shallow coral and sandy patches.
Safety & Access At La Tortue House Reef
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
The mini reef is around 30 m and is indicated for advanced-level divers.
Access Restrictions
Use the designated resort-front entry and follow local sanctuary rules, guide instructions and any required fees.
Legal Notes
Dauin's sanctuary sites use local entry rules and fees, so check current requirements before entering the water.
Local Intel For La Tortue House Reef
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A good fit for slow reef scanning, training and relaxed guided dives, with a deeper mini reef option for advanced divers.
Freediving
The shallow top may suit calm breath-hold sessions, but the site is geared more toward scuba and relaxed reef diving.
Snorkeling
The shallow reef top can work in calm conditions, but the site is more rewarding if you can linger over the coral and macro life.
Recent Logged Visits At La Tortue House Reef
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At La Tortue House Reef
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility11m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
