Independent Camiguin dive article describing the black coral garden and marine life.
Black-coral reef slope off Camiguin.
Black-coral reef slope off Camiguin.
A Camiguin dive operator is the normal way to reach the site and manage the current-timing window.
White Island Black Forrest is a boat-access reef slope off Camiguin with a standout black-coral garden and a profile that moves from a shallow top into a deeper volcanic slope. It is best treated as a proper scuba dive rather than a casual swim, with occasional current, strong structure, and a lot of small details to work through slowly. Expect clear tropical water, healthy coral growth, and marine life that rewards patient buoyancy and good trim.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 25m
Depth Note
Reef slope starts around 6 m and reaches about 25 m.
Best Season
November to May, with calmer seas more likely.
Typical Conditions
Clear tropical water, a volcanic reef slope, and occasional current that can make the site drift-like.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; best done with a local Camiguin dive operator and current-aware timing.
Legal Notes
Follow local reef rules and avoid touching black coral or other growth.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
The site is a scenic slope with black-coral structure and enough depth to reward slow, controlled exploration. Advanced divers get the most out of it.
Freediving
Not a standard freedive target; the depth and occasional current make it a scuba-first site.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling may work only on the shallow edge in exceptional calm, but the real attraction is underwater.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Independent Camiguin dive article describing the black coral garden and marine life.
Camiguin resort dive page listing White Island - Black Forest and the local site profile.
Travel/diving article with fauna and drift-current observations for White Island Black Forest.
Operator/resort page describing White Island - Black Forest as a reef slope with black coral.
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