This dive site is known as an easy yet exceptionally beautiful underwater garden. It offers a gentle diving experience, characterized by a vibrant expanse of hard corals interspersed with sandy patches. Divers can easily navigate this shallow reef, encountering a rich tapestry of marine life without the challenge of strong currents or complex topography. The site's history is tied to its natural formation as a thriving coral ecosystem within a highly biodiverse region.
The marine environment here is bustling with activity, featuring a wide array of fish species such as surgeonfish, triggerfish, coral trouts, and large schools of fusiliers. Among the corals and sand, visitors can spot stingrays, moray eels, and sand eels. A significant highlight of Coral Garden East is its population of approximately 10 resident sea turtles, making encounters with these magnificent creatures highly probable.
The best time to visit this dive site is generally year-round, as the Philippines offers consistent warm water temperatures and the resident marine life is always present. Its shallow average depth of 9 meters and maximum depth of 18 meters make it ideal for both scuba divers and freedivers seeking a relaxed yet rewarding experience. Snorkelers will also find the vibrant coral garden and plentiful fish very accessible from the surface.
