Dilumacad Island

Two distinct reefs separated by a sandy macro paradise.

Boat Access
18m Avg Depth
30m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is located in the southeast part of Dilumacad Island, often called Helicopter Island due to its distinctive shape. The underwater topography features a distinct division into three sections: a southern reef followed by a large sandy expanse that transitions into another reef heading north. This creates two primary diving areas – exploring the south reef combined with a portion of the sandy patch, or venturing to the northern reef and the opposite side of the sandy area. Situated relatively close to El Nido town (approximately 30 minutes away), it's a frequently visited location within Bacuit Bay.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

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

Plan Your Visit

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Marine Life

LionfishFrogfishPipehorseJawfishBluespotted StingraySea TurtleAnemonefishParrotfish

Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

Shallow reefs for beginners and sandy bottom macro life for experienced divers.

Hazards:
boat trafficdepthmarine life
Current Strength:

Mild

Diving Conditions

Water Temperature Now: 29.1°C

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