Dive Log: 03/14/2025
Dive Site Name: BALINGHAI
Dive Depth: 23 meters
Dive Duration: 41 minutes
About The Dive: An incredible dive with over 20 meters visibility and just enough current to drift along the wall.
The highlight of the dive was a shy octopus who inked us once we spotted him and got a closer look.
Few more minutes into the dive and above us we had a full 5 minutes of sardine run!
Dive Log: 03/13/2025
Dive Site Name: Camia 2
Dive Depth: 28 meters
Dive Duration: 40 mins
About The Dive: Camia 2 is a great wreck Dive and it's only a 7 min ride from our dive shop.
This morning we had a light current and good visibility.
The wreck attracts a lot of marine life and the soft coral growth on it is amazing.
We saw a lot of Trevallys, Batfish, Trumpet fish, Bearded Scorpionfish, Ornate Ghost Pipefish, Nudibranchs and Flatworms.
The bottom of the wreck is 28 meters but we spent most of our dive on the deck and wheel house to enjoy the marine life especially at 18 meters on the roof of the wheel house.
All the divers came up with a smile
Dive Log: 03/12/2025
Dive Site Name: Bakinghai
Dive Depth: 22.2 meters
Dive Duration: 47 minutes
About The Dive: Cool dive, as we were going down the line, first lucky staff we see is a green turtle, as we were swimming down the wall we saw a very black frog fish, then we swam to the patches before we got there,we were greeted by a school of barracudas, as we were on our way up the wall we say a very green frog fish and a sea snake, as we were doing our safety stop a turtle pass us by to go the surface to breathe, now how lucky was that.
Dive Log: 03/11/2025
Dive Site Name: Fridays reef
Dive Depth: 12 meters
Dive Duration: 47 mins
About The Dive: Fridays reef is a very colorful shallow reef that starts off at 7 meters.
The coral life here is very colorful.
We got see some Morish Idols, Golden Damsels, Black and White Snappers, different types of anemonefish and a small Orangutan crab.
During our safety stop we had a Banded Sea snake decending from the surface between the divers 😀
Dive Log: 03/10/2025
Dive Site Name: Balinghai
Dive Depth: 22 meters
Dive Duration: 41 minutes
About The Dive: We had a very chilled drift dive starting from the shallow reef where we encountered a big sea snake chasing a mantis shrimp.
arrived at the top of the wall we started going deeper to check out the green turtle that was slowly swimming towards us.
By the time we arrived at 22 meters we spotted a black frog fish hiding between soft corals.
Towards the end of the dive we encountered a second, smaller green turtle that followed us for the entire safety stop.
Great dive and good visibility.
Dive Log: 03/09/2025
Dive Site Name: Friday's Rock
Dive Depth: 17.6 meters
Dive Duration: 54 minutes
About The Dive: Had 4 fun divers and had a very relaxing dive, we saw quite a bit of special staff, first we saw a huge sea snake and when we got the patches we saw a frog fish and on our way back to the rock there was a green turtle having breakfast, she must have been hungry because she did not care that there was 5 divers watching her, we also saw an orangutan crab, Evry body was happy with that dive.
Dive Log: 03/08/2025
Dive Site Name: Fridays Rock
Dive Depth: 16 meters
Dive Duration: 48 mins
About The Dive: The Pinacle in Friday's rock has always a lot of small tropical fish around the table corals.
During the dive today we also saw a large Bearded Scorpion fish, 2 Orangutan crabs and 2 White Frogfish.
We navigated over to the shallower reef to do our safety stop and also saw a small Hawksbill turtle feeding on the corals.
It was a drift dive as we had moderate current.
Dive Log: 03/06/2025
Dive Site Name: Diniwid
Dive Depth: 17.8 meters
Dive Duration: 47
About The Dive: Nice relaxing dive, soft slow current, 23 saw a blue spotted stingray, two baby stone fish, a small green turtle swimming beside us, quite friendly you may say, we did a mid stop and a safety stop to end the dive
Everybody was happy proud to say
Dive Log: 03/05/2025
Dive Site Name: Angol Point
Dive Depth: 15 meters
Dive Duration: 52 mins
About The Dive: Angol Point is a healthy shallow reef dive and it's less then a 10 min boat ride from the dive shop.
The dive site has 2 Pinacles which house a lot of tropical fish.
Around the Pinacles the reef is also very colorful with different types of hard corals and soft corals.
We saw 2 nice Ribbon Eels, some Marbled sea cucumbers and quite a few nudibranchs.
Much to our surprise we also got quite close up to a large Cuttlefish.
Visibility was great and a light current.
For divers seeking an experience beyond the well-traveled reefs of Boracay, Maniguin Island offers a true underwater adventure. Located 2–3 hours south of Boracay, this remote dive site is a hidden gem in the Philippines, known for its exceptional visibility, stunning walls, diverse marine life, and exhilarating encounters.
Often referred to as Maniguin Atoll, this small island rises dramatically from the ocean, its lighthouse standing as a solitary beacon for passing ships. With pristine reefs, shoals of pelagic fish, a resident shark cave, and occasional eagle ray sightings, Maniguin delivers a truly world-class dive experience. Due to its remote location, it is only accessible via fast dive boats and is always done as a full-day dive safari, complete with a BBQ on the beach between dives.
If you’re ready to explore a lesser-known but breathtaking dive destination, here’s what you need to know about diving at Maniguin Island with New Wave Divers Boracay.
Maniguin is located approximately 55 kilometers (34 miles) south of Boracay. The journey takes between 2 to 3 hours by speedboat, making it one of the most adventurous dive excursions from Boracay. Due to the travel time, it is always planned as a full-day dive trip, including multiple dives and a beachside BBQ on the island.
Unlike Boracay’s more accessible dive sites, diving at Maniguin feels like an expedition—venturing far from the crowds, exploring remote waters, and encountering marine life rarely seen at Boracay’s closer sites.
📍 Trip Highlights:
✔️ 2-3 dives in some of the clearest waters in the Philippines
✔️ BBQ lunch on a remote island with white sand beaches
✔️ Chance to see sharks, eagle rays, and large shoals of pelagic fish
✔️ Exhilarating deep walls and cave diving opportunities
With visibility often reaching 30-40 meters (100-130 feet) and moderate currents, this dive is suitable for Open Water Divers and above, though Advanced certification is recommended for those who want to explore deeper sections.
Maniguin’s reef extends all around the island, offering diverse dive experiences, from deep walls to caves and coral slopes. The conditions are often calm, with currents ranging from mild to moderate, making it a comfortable yet exciting dive for most skill levels.
Each dive site at Maniguin offers a different kind of experience, from drifting along vertical walls to exploring a shark-filled cave.
Maniguin is a haven for marine biodiversity, attracting both reef fish and large pelagic species. The healthy coral formations provide shelter for smaller creatures, while the deeper waters draw schools of jacks, snappers, and predatory fish.
🐟 Shoals of Surgeonfish & Midnight Snappers – Large schools of fish swimming in synchronized formations, creating a mesmerizing underwater display.
🦈 Resident Sharks in the Cave – A highlight of the dive, where a good-sized cave houses a few resident reef sharks. Divers can safely observe these graceful predators resting within their natural habitat.
🐠 Jacks & Trevallies – Large schools of bigeye trevallies and bluefin jacks patrol the deeper waters, often appearing suddenly in large numbers.
🌊 Eagle Rays (Occasionally Seen) – These majestic creatures are known to pass through the area, gliding effortlessly through the blue.
🐡 Vibrant Coral Reefs – The shallow reef sections are filled with hard and soft corals, providing a home to nudibranchs, angelfish, butterflyfish, and anemonefish.
For those interested in photography, the crystal-clear water and dramatic landscapes provide endless opportunities for capturing the beauty of the deep.
One of the most exciting features of Maniguin is its shark cave, a deep cavern that serves as a resting place for reef sharks. While the number of sharks inside can vary, divers frequently see one or more sharks resting within the shadows of the cave.
🦈 Key Highlights of the Shark Cave:
✔️ Natural resting spot for sharks – A unique chance to observe sharks in a calm, non-feeding environment.
✔️ Perfect for Advanced Divers – The cave is accessible to those with good buoyancy control and an understanding of overhead environments.
✔️ A photographer’s dream – With the right lighting, the entrance of the cave creates a stunning contrast with the deep blue.
The shark cave is one of the best places in the Boracay region to see reef sharks up close in their natural setting.
Diving at Maniguin is an unparalleled experience for those looking to go beyond Boracay’s reefs. It offers:
🌊 Unspoiled dive conditions – With fewer divers visiting, the reef remains pristine and untouched.
🐟 Incredible marine biodiversity – From small reef fish to large pelagic species, Maniguin has it all.
📸 Perfect underwater photography conditions – High visibility and dramatic landscapes make for breathtaking shots.
🍽️ Island BBQ experience – A relaxing break on the beach between dives, making the trip even more special.
For divers looking to experience a true diving expedition, Maniguin is one of the best options near Boracay.
New Wave Divers Boracay offers Maniguin dive trips as part of our special diving safari program. Here’s what you can expect:
📅 Trip Availability: Special full-day trips – check with us for the next schedule.
🚤 Departure: Early morning departure from Boracay’s dive center.
🤿 Certification Requirement: Open Water Divers can join, but Advanced Divers will have access to deeper areas.
🥩 BBQ on the Beach: A mid-day break with a delicious BBQ lunch on the island.
For those seeking a unique and rewarding dive experience, Maniguin delivers on all fronts. From its crystal-clear waters and stunning wall dives to its resident sharks and vibrant marine life, this dive site offers something truly special for divers looking to explore beyond Boracay’s main reefs.
At New Wave Divers Boracay, we love taking divers to Maniguin for this extraordinary underwater adventure. If you’re ready to experience world-class diving, contact us today to book your Maniguin dive safari and explore one of the Philippines’ most beautiful remote dive sites.
Wish to know more about the diving in Boracay? Our team will be delighted to answer your questions and let us know why we should be your first choice when planning your dive vacation to the Philippines. We hope to hear from you soon!
