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Independent Moalboal snorkeling guide with Tongo Point access and shallow-top context.
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Tongo Point
Tongo Point reef wall with caves, coral, and easy snorkel access.
Local operator required
A local operator is the practical way to manage the boat transfer and site briefing.
Tongo Point sits in Moalboal as a reef-wall site with caves, coral fans, and a shallow reef top above a deeper wall. It works as a guided dive, and the top of the reef also suits snorkel sessions.
About Tongo Point
Tongo Point is a Moalboal reef site in the Philippines with a sloping wall, small caves, and a shallow top that opens into a much deeper drop. It is best approached as a boat dive with a relaxed, scenic route through coral fans, hard and soft corals, and a long list of reef life, while the upper reef can also work for snorkel days.
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Research Estimate At Tongo Point
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentLight current
Where Is Tongo Point?
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Tongo Point Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 55m
Depth Note
The reef top sits around 5 m, the wall drops to roughly 55 m, and the most useful working band is around 5-18 m.
Best Season
January to May and November to December
Typical Conditions
Slope with small caves, a marine-park feel, and usually light current around the cave zones, though the wider site can pick up more flow on some days.
Safety & Access At Tongo Point
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Strong current
Safety Notes
Watch buoyancy near the caves and coral, stay mindful of current shifts, and keep a conservative line on the wall edge.
Local Intel For Tongo Point
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
The slope, small caves, and coral fans make this a relaxed reef dive with enough structure to keep the route interesting.
Freediving
The shallow reef top and upper slope are the sensible freedive window; keep the deeper wall for scuba.
Snorkeling
Snorkelers can enjoy the shallow reef top and the marine life close to the surface, especially in calmer conditions.
Wildlife at Tongo Point
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Tongo Point
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Tongo Point
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
