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Pescador East
Moalboal boat dive with coral slope, turtles, and current-aware action.
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On Pescador Island's northeast side, this boat-access reef mixes a shallow plateau, a coral wall, and a fish-rich finish that suits snorkelers too.
About Pescador East
Pescador East is the northeast-side reef on Pescador Island near Moalboal, reached by a short boat crossing from Panagsama. The site starts on a shallow plateau, then falls into a coral-covered wall before easing onto a fish-rich shelf that is popular with divers who want a classic Pescador profile rather than a simple transit dive. Current awareness matters, but the shallow plateau and reef edge make the site rewarding for steady, buoyancy-focused dives and calm snorkeling on the right day. Its appeal is the combination of coral structure, turtles, reef fish, and dense macro life in one compact island setting.
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Research Estimate At Pescador East
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VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentModerate current
SurgeModerate surge
Where Is Pescador East?
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Pescador East Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 65m
Depth Note
The dive starts on a shallow plateau, then drops along a coral-covered slope before finishing on a richer plateau.
Best Season
November to May
Typical Conditions
Year-round diveable, with November to May usually bringing calmer seas and clearer water. June to October can bring southwest swells that make the crossing less comfortable.
Safety & Access At Pescador East
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Use current awareness on the wall and deeper sections; drift handling may be needed when flow picks up.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; current planning matters when flow is present.
Legal Notes
Pescador Island is a protected marine park, and fishing is not allowed.
Local Intel For Pescador East
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
The shallow plateau leads into a coral wall and outer slope, so the site works best as a buoyancy-controlled reef dive with current awareness.
Freediving
The shallow plateau can suit breath-hold time in calm conditions, but the wall and outer slope are better suited to scuba or very experienced freediving.
Snorkeling
The shallow plateau and fish-rich finish are the best snorkeling zones when the sea is calm.
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Pescador East Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
philippinedives.com · Independent Dive Guide
Detailed Pescador East depth, marine-life, current, and season guidance.
quovadisresort.com · Operator Feature
Boat access, marine park status, and drift-handling context for Pescador.
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