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Mushroom Rock

Mushroom Rock is a Samal reef dive with strong current and big-fish chances.

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A Samal or Davao guide is the practical way to match the site to current and visibility windows.

Samal site with a mushroom-shaped rock and reef edges; best as a guide-led current dive when water is steady.

About Mushroom Rock

Mushroom Rock is a Samal Island reef-and-rock dive in Davao Gulf with a distinctive mushroom-shaped formation and a mix of coral growth, small fish, and occasional larger visitors. The main line of the dive stays around the formation, its overhangs, and the surrounding reef, so buoyancy control matters more than distance. Plan for a guide-led dive because the current can pick up and the site is more comfortable when conditions stay steady.

Research Estimate At Mushroom Rock

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

VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentStrong current

Where Is Mushroom Rock?

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Mushroom Rock Planning Details

Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.

Reported Depth

10m - 30m

Depth Note

The mushroom-shaped formation sits around the mid-20s, with the broader site ranging from shallower reef to a deeper working band.

Best Season

November to May

Typical Conditions

A current-sensitive reef-and-rock dive with clear water on better days and a mix of reef fish and larger visitors.

Safety & Access At Mushroom Rock

Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.

Key Hazards

Strong current

Safety Notes

Treat Mushroom Rock as a guide-led current dive and stay conservative when the water starts to move. The site rewards steady buoyancy more than distance covered.

Access Restrictions

Current windows can make casual solo diving a poor fit; plan the dive with local guidance.

Local Intel For Mushroom Rock

Community notes to help plan your visit.

Scuba Diving

Buoyancy control and current awareness matter more than raw depth. Keep close to the formation and avoid over-committing to the drift when conditions tighten.

Mushroom Rock Dive Conditions Planner

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Exposure Profile at Mushroom Rock

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Recent Logged Visits At Mushroom Rock

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Dive Spot Log Averages At Mushroom Rock

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Avg. Visibility20m
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Mushroom Rock Guide - Frequently Asked Questions

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Mushroom Rock Guide - Sources and Updates

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Research Sources

tpb.gov.ph · Official Tourism

Official tourism map placing Mushroom Rock in the Samal Island dive-site cluster.

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