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San Miguel Reef

Philippines / Dumaguete

San Miguel Reef is a reef diving and macro photography dive site lead in Dumaguete, Philippines. The reference depth is 12-20 m, entry is usually by boat dive, and the planning level is AOW recommended. The source card points to a profile suited to reef diving and macro photography, so WhereDive treats it as a planning lead rather than a fully surveyed site record. Confirm tide, visibility, and guide briefing before adding it to an itinerary.

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Recommended level

AOW

Recommended dives

25+

Max depth

20 m

Average depth

20 m

Current

Calm

Visibility

10-25 m

Water temperature

27-30°C

Best months

Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec

Best for

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

Highlights

  • • Dumaguete dive-site lead for reef diving and macro photography
  • • Reference depth: 12-20 m
  • • Entry: boat dive
  • • Recommended months: Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
  • • Likely highlights: nudibranchs and macro life and coral gardens

What this page helps you answer

If you are comparing San Miguel 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

nudibranchcoral

Dive types

ReefMacro

Safety notes

  • • Plan conservatively around the 12-20 m reference depth and stay within certification limits.
  • • Treat current as calm, 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

San Miguel Reef

9.323, 123.325

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FAQ

Is this dive site suitable for OW divers? +

San Miguel Reef is better for AOW or more experienced divers. OW divers should choose carefully.

What are the best months to dive here? +

The recommended months for San Miguel Reef are Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec. Confirm current local conditions before booking.

Is the current strong here? +

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

What marine life can be seen? +

Common highlights include nudibranch, coral.