Diving in El Nido

In El Nido Bay, you will be able to experience spectacular dive sites that surround the neighboring Island of Cadlao. Further to the west, you will find crystalline waters and the tropical paradise of Bacuit Bay. Dive into the waters of Helicopter Island and swim in the 40-meter-long (131 feet) underwater cave. Other must-visit sites include Tapirtan and Mantinloc Islands, with incredible walls and magnificent marine life. Mesmerizingly colorful coral gardens, teeming with pelagics and the spectacular and impressive wall of Entuluna can be found in the southeast, in Miniloc Island.

Dive Sites in El Nido

The descriptions provided here are intended as general information and personal experiences related to specific dive sites and locations and should not be construed as definitive advice or recommendations. Before diving, please confirm that diving is permitted at your chosen location, and comply with all relevant local laws, regulations, and posted signage. The responsibility for verifying the legality of the dive and assessing any associated risks rests entirely with you.