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Resort operator page for Siquijor dive support, shore/boat access, and general local dive logistics.
Dive Spot Guide•
Cueva de Escorxada
Shore-access macro reef with shallow coral and dense life.
Siquijor coastal reef with a sandy slope, tide-sensitive shore access, and strong macro interest when the water is calm.
About Cueva de Escorxada
J.J. is a shore-accessible macro site on the Siquijor coast with a sandy slope, shallow coral patches, and dense reef life close to the beach. It works best as a relaxed scuba or calm snorkel session when the tide is high enough and the west coast is not getting hit by seasonal surf. The site rewards slow searching rather than big-wall diving.
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Research Estimate At Cueva de Escorxada
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
CurrentNo current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Cueva de Escorxada?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Cueva de Escorxada Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 18m
Depth Note
Shallow water from the beach with the first notable drop around 5-6 m, and the main slope averaging about 18 m.
Best Season
November through April, especially the calmer Amihan months.
Typical Conditions
Shallow sandy slope with coral mounds, strong macro life, and tide-sensitive shore access.
Safety & Access At Cueva de Escorxada
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Waves
Safety Notes
Shallow coral, urchins near the beach, and tide-sensitive entry timing make the calm, higher-tide window the safer choice.
Access Restrictions
Shore access; best 1-2 hours before high tide.
Legal Notes
No special permit surfaced; keep the shore entry to calm, higher-tide windows.
Local Intel For Cueva de Escorxada
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best for a slow macro search along the sandy slope and shallow coral patches.
Freediving
Freediving is possible on the shallow fringe, but the site is more rewarding as a relaxed scuba or snorkel session.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling works right off the beach on calm days, especially around higher tide.
Wildlife at Cueva de Escorxada
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Cueva de Escorxada
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Cueva de Escorxada
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
