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Sunken Island, Pamilacan
Open-water drift dive off Pamilacan with strong current.
Scuba DivingFreedivingBoatAdvanced10m - 30m
DeepReef
Boat-accessed sunken island between Alona and Pamilacan with a current-swept slope and strong drift profile; best treated as an advanced dive when conditions are calm enough.
About Sunken Island, Pamilacan
Sunken Island, Pamilacan is an offshore sunken seamount between Alona Beach and Pamilacan Island. It is best known for a current-swept profile, a shallow top that drops into a steeper slope, and a mixed coral-and-rock landscape where fish and small critters hide. Plan it as a boat dive that depends on a workable current window, not a relaxed reef hop.
Safety & Access
Site Conditions
Sharp coralStrong current
Safety Notes
Strong currents are common; plan the dive for advanced open-water experience and drift conditions.
Access Restrictions
Only dive when currents permit; advanced open-water or equivalent with drift experience is recommended.
Legal Notes
Use a licensed local operator and follow current and weather briefings before entering the water.
Where Is Sunken Island, Pamilacan?
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Local Intel For Sunken Island, Pamilacan
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Depth range runs from about 10 m down to 30 m along the slope.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first site; the current and depth make it a scuba drift dive.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is not the focus here; the site is built for divers who can handle current and drift.
Wildlife at Sunken Island, Pamilacan
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Research Estimate At Sunken Island, Pamilacan
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Avg. Visibility20m
Access2/5 · Challenging entry effort
Coral3/5 · Mixed health
Aquatic Life5/5 · Exceptional variety
Facilities2/5 · Limited facilities
CurrentStrong current
