This dive site is Barracuda Deep, renowned as one of the most advanced and exhilarating dives around Lubang Island, Philippines. It features an impressive wall dive, richly adorned with a vibrant tapestry of hard and soft corals and impressively large gorgonians. Divers navigate along the wall, exploring its various nooks and crannies while keeping an eye out for the abundant pelagic life that frequents this site. The name 'Barracuda Deep' hints at the presence of barracudas and the considerable depths encountered here.
The marine life at Barracuda Deep is exceptionally diverse and abundant. Divers can expect to encounter massive schools of trevallys, fusiliers, surgeon fish, spanish mackerels, and unicorn fish. Pelagic encounters are frequent, with eagle rays and napoleon wrasse often spotted gracefully cruising by, alongside the resident barracudas. The wall itself is a living ecosystem, hosting numerous species of hard and soft corals, providing shelter and sustenance for countless smaller reef fish and invertebrates, although specific macro life isn't detailed.
The best time to visit Barracuda Deep typically aligns with the dry season in the Philippines (roughly November to May) when visibility is at its peak and currents might be more predictable, although conditions can vary. This site is highly recommended for experienced divers comfortable with deeper profiles and potential strong currents. Freedivers with advanced skills will also find the wall and its depths appealing, offering opportunities for challenging breath-hold dives alongside impressive marine encounters.
