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Cross-bay access, crowding, and whale-shark season context.
Dive Spot Guide•
Son-ok point
Wall dive with coral gardens and whale sharks.
Southern Leyte wall site with soft coral, seasonal whale sharks, and current that can build on tidal changes.
About Son-ok point
Son-ok Point is a wall-and-coral-garden site where soft corals, some hard coral cover, and a productive reef edge create space for seasonal whale-shark encounters and rich reef life. Currents can strengthen on tidal changes, so timing and trim matter, and the boat-based approach makes it a better fit for divers who are comfortable planning around conditions and following a guided route.
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Research Estimate At Son-ok point
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Son-ok point?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Son-ok point Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
12m - 15m
Depth Note
The productive reef edge sits around 12-15 m.
Best Season
Late October to May for whale-shark chances; calmer windows are best for the reef.
Typical Conditions
Soft-coral wall diving with some hard coral cover, a current-sensitive reef edge, and seasonal whale-shark activity.
Safety & Access At Son-ok point
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Dangerous wildlifeStrong current
Safety Notes
Whale-shark encounters are possible; keep distance, follow local guide instructions, and stay current-aware along the wall edge.
Access Restrictions
Guided boat access is the norm for Son-ok; follow operator and spotter instructions rather than trying to improvise an independent entry.
Legal Notes
Whale-shark interactions are locally managed to reduce disturbance. Expect briefings, spotters, and conservation-fee or tour-rule compliance.
Local Intel For Son-ok point
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A wall dive with a coral-garden top and a productive reef edge. It fits divers who are comfortable with current windows and larger marine-life encounters.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive target; the wall edge and current windows make it better suited to guided snorkel or scuba.
Snorkeling
Guided whale-shark snorkel trips are the main surface use case. Independent snorkeling is less of a fit than supervised encounters.
Wildlife at Son-ok point
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Son-ok point
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Son-ok point
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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