boholislandnews.com · Local News
Published Jan 30, 2026Local report on Puntod/Virgin Island visitor controls, entry briefing, and regulated activity limits.
Dive Spot Guide•
Puntod
Boat wall dive off Panglao with gorgonians and macro life.
Short boat transfer from Alona to a calm wall site; best for relaxed reef photography and low-current planning.
About Puntod
Puntod is a boat-access Panglao wall dive with a shallow start, a coral face, and a sandy slope beyond the wall. The site is known for gorgonians, soft and hard corals, and steady macro life, while deeper sections bring schooling snappers and other reef fish. It suits divers who want an easygoing charter dive with calm-water planning and better clarity outside the rainy months.
•
Research Estimate At Puntod
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentNo current
Where Is Puntod?
This spotNearby spotsExplore nearby spots on the map
Community sourced coordinates.
Puntod Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
4m - 25m
Depth Note
The main wall starts shallow and drops to a sandy slope, with deeper sections farther out.
Best Season
Year-round; clearest outside the rainy season.
Typical Conditions
Usually calm, low-current, and clearer outside the rainy months.
Safety & Access At Puntod
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Low visibility
Safety Notes
Visibility can decrease during the rainy season; plan dives accordingly.
Access Restrictions
Boat-only access; follow operator-managed booking and entry rules for the Puntod area when they are in effect.
Legal Notes
The wider Puntod area now uses registration, environmental briefings, and visitor limits to manage use and protect the reef.
Local Intel For Puntod
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Relaxed wall profile with a shallow start and a coral face that rewards slow, controlled exploration.
Freediving
Freediving is only sensible on the shallow top in calm conditions.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is limited to the shallow top and is only worthwhile when the water is calm and clear.
Wildlife at Puntod
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Puntod
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Puntod
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
