Staghorn Point
South Atoll staghorn plateau with sharks and rays
Scuba DivingFreedivingBoatAdvanced7m - 25m
ReefWall
Local operator required
Park entry and the ranger-station stop are managed through permitted liveaboard operations.
Wide staghorn fields, a deep wall edge, and calm liveaboard mooring buoys make this a scenic drift for experienced divers.
About Staghorn Point
A broad South Atoll staghorn plateau that runs toward a deep wall, with a calm, scenic feel and regular passes from eagle rays, sharks, and schooling reef fish. It is an advanced but approachable drift for divers who want coral density and a clean reef-top finish.
Safety & Access
Site Conditions
Dangerous wildlife
Safety Notes
Watch the wall edge when the current turns down the reef and keep depth awareness on the drop-off.
Access Restrictions
Liveaboard access only for dives; the ranger-station land stop is the usual permitted shore visit, and shore access elsewhere in the park is prohibited.
Legal Notes
Tubbataha entry is permit-controlled, daylight-only for diving, and managed through park-permitted operators.
Where Is Staghorn Point?
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Local Intel For Staghorn Point
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A reef-and-wall scuba dive starting in shallow coral and continuing toward the drop-off; stable buoyancy and a tidy drift line matter most.
Freediving
Freediving is best on the shallow staghorn plateau in very calm conditions; the wall-edge section is better treated as a scuba drift.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is limited to very calm, permitted shallows near the plateau; the wall section is scuba territory.
Wildlife at Staghorn Point
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Research Estimate At Staghorn Point
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Avg. Visibility18m
Access3/5 · Moderate entry effort
Coral5/5 · Pristine, vibrant coral
Aquatic Life5/5 · Exceptional variety
Facilities2/5 · Limited facilities
CurrentModerate current
