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Independent conservation page describing the Paliton Wall to Paliton Staghorn transition.
Dive Spot Guide•
Paliton Staghorn
Easy Siquijor coral slope with staghorn patches and strong macro life.
Local operator required
Boat support is the normal way this site is run.
A beginner-friendly Siquijor reef where Paliton Wall fades into a sandy slope and staghorn patches, keeping the route easy while still rewarding close-up fish and macro work.
About Paliton Staghorn
Paliton Staghorn is a sheltered Siquijor reef slope south of Paliton Wall, where the bottom shifts into sandy patches and dense staghorn coral stands. The route stays easy to read, but it still gives divers a rich mix of reef texture, barrel sponges, and small marine life to work around. It is a comfortable site for beginner divers and a strong choice for macro photography.
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Where Is Paliton Staghorn?
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Paliton Staghorn Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 33m
Depth Note
The site starts shallow and then slopes away; guides place the full route at roughly 33 m.
Best Season
November to May for the clearest water and calmest conditions.
Typical Conditions
Clear tropical reef-slope conditions with sandy patches and good coral cover.
Safety & Access At Paliton Staghorn
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Boat trafficSharp coral
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy tight over the staghorn patches and avoid brushing the coral slope.
Access Restrictions
Boat access is the normal setup, with the site run by local Siquijor dive operators.
Legal Notes
Follow local dive-operator guidance and any marine-area rules that apply around Siquijor.
Local Intel For Paliton Staghorn
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Boat scuba dive over a coral slope that starts shallow and fades into deeper water.
Freediving
The shallow reef top can work for calm freediving, but scuba gives the best look at the slope and coral patches.
Snorkeling
Shallow sections may be enjoyable from the surface, but the site is best appreciated underwater.
Recent Logged Visits At Paliton Staghorn
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Paliton Staghorn
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