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Punta del Sol

Philippines / Davao

Punta del Sol is a reef diving dive site lead in Davao, Philippines. The reference depth is 14-18 m, entry is usually by boat dive, and the planning level is OW 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.

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Recommended level

OW

Recommended dives

12+

Max depth

18 m

Average depth

14 m

Current

Medium

Visibility

10-25 m

Water temperature

27-30°C

Best months

Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Dec

Best for

Beginner friendly No
AOW recommended No
Photography friendly Yes
Limited drift experience No

Highlights

  • • Davao dive-site lead for reef diving
  • • Reference depth: 14-18 m
  • • Entry: boat dive
  • • Recommended months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Dec
  • • Likely highlights: coral

What this page helps you answer

If you are comparing Punta del Sol by depth, current, visibility, diver level, and itinerary fit, this page gives a faster planning summary than a simple site name list.

Marine life

coral

Dive types

Reef

Safety notes

  • • Plan conservatively around the 14-18 m reference depth and stay within certification limits.
  • • Treat current as medium, but follow tide, captain, and guide briefings on the day.
  • • boat 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: Boat.
  • • Adjust depth and route based on local guide judgment.

Map and coordinates

Punta del Sol

7.060, 125.680

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FAQ

Is this dive site suitable for OW divers? +

Punta del Sol is relatively suitable for OW divers, but conditions and guide decisions still matter.

What are the best months to dive here? +

The recommended months for Punta del Sol are Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Dec. Confirm current local conditions before booking.

Is the current strong here? +

The current rating is Medium. Tide and operator judgment should guide the final decision.

What marine life can be seen? +

Common highlights include coral.