Coron Bay Wrecks⚠ data unverified

Philippines · Asia · Sulu Sea

3.7
/ 5
★★★★☆
Wreck diving with 4 standout species — a great fit for most divers.
Level Intermediate
Marine life
4.0
Visibility
3.0
Accessibility
3.7
Facilities
4.0

Pros

  • Good visibility around 15 m
  • 4 standout marine species
  • Best conditions in Nov–May

Cons

    Best for

    Big-marine-life fansWreck divers

    Plan your trip

    $$
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    Suggested stay
    2–3 days
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    Cost level
    Relative cost $$ · ≈ $71/day
    Developed dive town, but options are limited and prices average.
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    Where to stay
    Day-boat diving based at a dedicated dive resort or dive centre. A manageable dive base with a handful of operators.
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    Real daily cost in Philippines
    Around $71/day per person · food $24 · hotel $46
    Good to know
    • Gentle conditions — great for long, unhurried dives.
    • Conditions can be demanding; dive with an operator who knows the site.
    • An Advanced Open Water certification is recommended.
    • Prime season is Nov–May.
    Coron Bay Wrecks
    📷 Generated via AI (photorealistic) · AI-generated
    Depth
    5–35 m (16–115 ft)
    Visibility
    15 m (49 ft)
    Water temp
    27–29°C (81–84°F)
    Current
    Mild
    Best season
    Nov–May
    Certification
    Advanced
    Dive shops
    8
    Live sea temperature · (Open-Meteo)

    Why go

    Coron Bay Wrecks lies in the Sulu Sea off Philippines and is centred on wreck dives, turning sunken vessels into reef-like habitat. Dives run to 35 m with around 15 m visibility, gentle currents and sea temperatures of 27–29°C. Marine highlights include WWII Japanese wrecks, barracuda, batfish and corals on wrecks. Best season is Nov–May, typically reached by boat. A good choice for divers with some experience. An Advanced Open Water certification is recommended.

    Site type
    Wreck
    Access
    Boat

    Marine life

    WWII Japanese wrecksbarracudabatfishcorals on wrecks
    Coordinates
    11.98, 120.20

    Part of these itineraries

    Notes from divers

    Traveler

    Came hoping for WWII Japanese wrecks, and it delivered. The 15 m visibility kept everything sharp.

    Instructor

    A great teaching site: the 15 m visibility and the gentle profile let newer divers build confidence.

    Anonymous

    Beautiful spot. Do respect the reef and keep your distance.