Alcatraz

Rocky island with strong currents and schooling fish.

Boat Access
18m Avg Depth
30m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is located on a solitary, rocky island situated in a channel connecting Busuanga and Coron Island, close to the Siete Picados Marine Park. The location within this channel means that tidal currents can be strong. Visibility at Alcatraz tends to vary but often presents opportunities to witness large schools of fish moving along in impressive numbers. It’s also known as a good spot for observing smaller marine life, such as nudibranchs. The island's rugged nature and current conditions make it a worthwhile destination for experienced divers.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Good Viz
Famousness Well Known

Plan Your Visit

drift diveadvanced onlystrong currentsrock formationschooling fishmacro photographywide angle

Marine Life

schooling fusilierssnappersgroupersnudibranchsmoray eelshard coralssoft corals

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Advanced

Strong and variable tidal currents require experience and control.

Hazards:
currentdepthboat traffic
Current Strength:

Strong

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