Official Batangas tourism page for the Anilao diving base.
Anilao + Batangas (Verde Island Passage)
Anilao coral garden with reef valleys and pillars.
Anilao coral garden with reef valleys and pillars.
The normal way to reach the site is by local Anilao boat operator.
Sombrero Island is a boat-access coral garden off Anilao that pairs an easy reef profile with valleys, pillars, and lots of reef life. It is a strong fit for divers who want colorful coral, macro subjects, and a scenic reef day rather than a deep or heavy-current dive.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Watch the current before dropping in, especially if you are inexperienced, and keep a conservative line on the outward swim.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A scenic coral-garden dive that suits divers who are comfortable with moderate depth and a bit of current.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Official Batangas tourism page for the Anilao diving base.
Batangas tourism page for access from Anilao and island popularity.
Local operator page with access time, depth, visibility, and current.

Anilao rock dive with strong current and rich reef life.