Sand Pit Reef
Philippines / Coron
Sand Pit Reef is a reef diving dive site lead in Coron, Philippines. The reference depth is 9-15 m, entry is usually by shore dive, and the planning level is advanced recommended. The source page provides coordinates, terrain clues, and broad site characteristics, so WhereDive treats this as a structured planning record rather than a fully surveyed local briefing. Confirm daily conditions, visibility, and guide advice before adding it to your itinerary.
Recommended level
Advanced
Recommended dives
40+
Max depth
15 m
Average depth
9 m
Current
Strong
Visibility
10-25 m
Water temperature
27-30°C
Best months
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Dec
Best for
Highlights
- • Coron dive-site lead for reef diving
- • Reference depth: 9-15 m
- • Entry: shore dive
- • Recommended months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Dec
- • Likely highlights: reef fish, coral
What this page helps you answer
If you are comparing Sand Pit Reef by depth, current, visibility, diver level, and itinerary fit, this page gives a faster planning summary than a simple site name list.
Marine life
Dive types
Safety notes
- • Plan conservatively around the 9-15 m reference depth and stay within certification limits.
- • Treat current as strong, but follow tide, captain, and guide briefings on the day.
- • shore dive requires confirming entry, exit, and backup procedures before the dive.
- • This record is reference-derived; verify depth, visibility, and suitability with a local operator before diving.
- • Entry type: Shore.
- • Adjust depth and route based on local guide judgment.
Map and coordinates
Sand Pit Reef
12.025, 119.940
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Philippines / Coron
- Max depth
- 40 m
- Best months
- Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Dec
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FAQ
Is this dive site suitable for OW divers? +
Sand Pit Reef is better for Advanced or more experienced divers. OW divers should choose carefully.
What are the best months to dive here? +
The recommended months for Sand Pit Reef are Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Dec. Confirm current local conditions before booking.
Is the current strong here? +
The current rating is Strong. Tide and operator judgment should guide the final decision.
What marine life can be seen? +
Common highlights include reef fish, coral.