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Largahan
Boat-dived Apo Island site with coral gardens, bubbles, and macro life.
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Boat access from Dauin or Dumaguete, a gentle reef slope, and strong macro life make Largahan a relaxed Apo Island day-trip stop.
About Largahan
Largahan is a boat-dived Apo Island site with dark sand, coral gardens, volcanic rock, and a distinctive bubble patch from geothermal activity under the seabed. It is a relaxed scuba stop for macro hunters and turtle fans, with gentle terrain, plenty of reef life, and conditions that are usually manageable on a day trip if you keep the pace slow and the buoyancy steady.
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Research Estimate At Largahan
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralPristine, vibrant coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentLight current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Largahan?
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Largahan Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 20m
Depth Note
Gentle sloping reef with a sandy patch and bubble zone; reported maximum depth is around 20 m.
Best Season
November through May, when seas are usually calmer and visibility is better.
Typical Conditions
Gentle sloping reef over dark sand and coral gardens, with volcanic rock and occasional bubble streams.
Safety & Access At Largahan
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Stay with the guide, keep buoyancy tight over coral and the bubble patch, and plan for changing weather on the boat ride.
Access Restrictions
Access is boat-based and tied to Apo Island sanctuary rules, fees, and local operator timing.
Legal Notes
Follow sanctuary rules, pay the required fees, and respect the protected-area system used on Apo Island.
Local Intel For Largahan
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Recommended for macro diving.
Freediving
Apo Island is snorkel-friendly in general, but Largahan is best treated as a scuba dive because the key features spread across the reef slope.
Snorkeling
Largahan is better as a scuba stop than a snorkel-only site; the island's shallower areas are better for casual snorkeling.
Largahan Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Largahan
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Recent Logged Visits At Largahan
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Largahan
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Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
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Largahan Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Largahan Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
www.greenearth.com.ph · Operator
Tour operator page listing Largahan among Apo Island dive spots and describing boat access.
www.originaldiving.com · Guide
Independent dive guide with Largahan depth, bubble, and critter notes.
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