Marirssa

Dramatic wall dive with vibrant corals and strong currents.

Boat Access
22m Avg Depth
40m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, located in Marissa, Samal Island, Davao, Mindanao, Philippines, presents a captivating underwater experience. The area features a dramatic vertical wall teeming with vibrant life. Colorful soft corals, sponges, and gorgonians create a stunning visual display along the wall’s overhangs and crevices. Divers frequently encounter a variety of marine species including angelfish and jacks, and occasionally even reef sharks. The maximum depth is 40 meters, making it suitable for experienced divers. It's recommended to dive with a guide due to the potential for strong currents, adding an element of challenge to the exploration. Overall, Marissa offers a rewarding adventure, showcasing the unique beauty of the Philippine underwater world.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

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

Plan Your Visit

wall divecoral reefsharkdrift diveadvanced onlywide angle

Marine Life

Blacktip reef sharkJackfishAngelfishSoft coralsSpongesGorgonians

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Advanced

Deep profile to 40m and potential for strong currents.

Hazards:
currentdepthboat traffic
Current Strength:

Variable

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