Site profile with depth band, current/tide sensitivity, reef structure, and commonly reported species.
Lighthouse
Advanced bay reef with sea fans, caverns, and current.
About Lighthouse
Lighthouse is a boat-access Puerto Princesa Bay reef that starts as sand and coral patches before building into caverns, sea-fan-covered outcrops, and narrow rocky cuts along the bay headlands. The dive feels like a deeper scenic reef rather than a wall, with a mix of open slope, darker structure, and small hideouts that reward both wide-angle passes and careful macro searching. Divers usually treat it as an experienced-level site because moving water is common and visibility changes with the tide. On clearer runs it offers schooling fish, nudibranchs, frogfish, rays, and occasional bigger pelagics over the reef line, while low tide can make the bay water noticeably more silty and the dive less forgiving.
Research Estimate At Lighthouse
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Where Is Lighthouse?
Lighthouse Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
13m - 45m
Depth Note
Reef top starts at 13 m and slopes down into sand to a maximum of 45 m.
Best Season
Usually best in the drier months from November to May, when operators most often report calmer seas and stronger visibility around Puerto Princesa Bay.
Typical Conditions
Boat dive on a deeper sloping reef with sand channels, sea fans, and small caverns. Visibility is usually best on higher tide, while current is commonly present and low-tide windows can turn silty.
Safety & Access At Lighthouse
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Currents are frequent; plan dives for advanced conditions and monitor tides as low tide can bring siltier visibility.
Legal Notes
Site logistics and any local marine-management requirements are typically handled through licensed Puerto Princesa boat operators, so confirm current rules and fees with the operator before departure.
Local Intel For Lighthouse
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
Best for experienced scuba divers who are comfortable on a deeper sloping reef and can manage current, lower-light structure, and changing bay visibility. Operators commonly plan it as a boat dive from Puerto Princesa rather than a beginner checkout site.
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Exposure Profile at Lighthouse
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Lighthouse
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Lighthouse Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Lighthouse Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
Independent Puerto Princesa dive guide with a Lighthouse section covering terrain, wildlife, depth band, and current risk.
Puerto Princesa diving overview supporting boat-based access, site travel time, seasonality, and bay conditions.
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