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Sunken Island, Pamilacan
Open-water drift dive off Pamilacan with strong current.
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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.
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Research Estimate At Sunken Island, Pamilacan
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessChallenging entry effort
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Sunken Island, Pamilacan?
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Sunken Island, Pamilacan Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 30m
Depth Note
Top around 10 m with a slope to about 30 m; the site is commonly treated as a drift dive when conditions allow.
Best Season
November to May; the wetter mid-year months are less reliable.
Typical Conditions
Strong current along a sunken island slope, with coral and rock structure hiding fish and critters.
Safety & Access At Sunken Island, Pamilacan
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
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.
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.
Recent Logged Visits At Sunken Island, Pamilacan
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Sunken Island, Pamilacan
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
