This dive site, Max Climax, is a prominent section of a lengthy wall system extending over a kilometer in Sogod Bay, Southern Leyte. Located along the eastern coast near Padre Burgos, it's easily accessible from several local dive centers. As part of a series of house reefs, divers can explore this vibrant wall, typically following its contours, with an average depth suitable for extended bottom times and photography.
The site is particularly celebrated for its rich biodiversity, especially macro life. Divers can expect to encounter an array of fascinating creatures including lionfish, vibrant parrotfish, camouflaged scorpionfish, elusive pygmy seahorses, unique spiny devilfish, various pipefish, well-hidden frogfish, and the captivating flamboyant cuttlefish. The wall itself likely hosts diverse soft and hard corals, providing ample habitat.
The best time to visit Max Climax and Sogod Bay generally aligns with the dry season, typically from November to May, offering optimal visibility and calmer conditions. Its accessible depth and abundant macro subjects make it ideal for photographers, beginners, and advanced divers alike. Freedivers will also find the wall an appealing challenge, while snorkelers can enjoy the vibrant shallow sections of the reef.
