This dive site, Ligpo Pinnacle, is a renowned wall dive located just off Ligpo Island in the Philippines, within the protected Bauwan Marine Sanctuary. Divers typically access the site via a 20-minute traditional boat ride from Anilao Pier, making it an easily reachable destination. The dive typically involves descending along a vibrant wall, offering excellent visibility and a diverse marine ecosystem, characterized by its stunning topography and healthy reef.
The site boasts typical tropical fish life, with notable sightings of giant trevally exhibiting unusual movements, suggesting active hunting or current-riding behavior. Abundant and beautiful fan corals adorn the wall, providing habitat and visual splendor. Other expected inhabitants include various colorful reef fish, potentially nudibranchs, crustaceans, and other invertebrates common to healthy Philippine reefs.
The best time to visit Ligpo Pinnacle generally aligns with the dry season in the Philippines (roughly November to May) for optimal weather and calmer seas, though diving is possible year-round. Highlights include the impressive wall topography, the vibrant fan corals, and the exciting presence of schooling fish like giant trevally. For freedivers, the wall provides excellent depth training opportunities, while scuba divers can enjoy exploring the reef's rich biodiversity. Divers should be mindful of potential moderate currents, especially around the pinnacle, which can enhance the experience by attracting pelagic species.
