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Tambalanang is a protected El Nido shark reef reached by speedboat through the Bacuit Bay system, with a shallow profile and a calm-day rhythm that suits guided open-water dives. It works best as a low-friction reef day for divers who want sharks, turtles, and clear-water planning inside a managed protected area. The site is most comfortable when seas are settled and the guide can keep the boat day simple.
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Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 30m
Depth Note
Bacuit Bay dive sites range from about 6 to 30 m, and Tambalanang is presented as a shallow boat reef with shark sightings rather than a deep wall or wreck.
Best Season
Year-round
Typical Conditions
Clear tropical reef water, a shallow boat approach, and a protected-bay feel inside the Bacuit Bay dive area.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Use standard buoyancy and stay close to the guide's plan on the shark reef. The site is straightforward when the water is calm, but the boat approach still needs normal awareness.
Access Restrictions
Boat access with a local El Nido operator is the normal route, and the site is booked as a guided shark dive.
Legal Notes
The site sits inside the El Nido-Taytay managed protected area, so park rules and fees apply.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best as a guided shark-and-reef boat dive for open-water certified divers.
Freediving
The shark reef is better handled with scuba and a guide.
Snorkeling
Snorkelling only gives a surface look; the shark and turtle action is better below water.
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