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Dry dock

Philippines / Puerto Galera

Dry dock is a wreck diving dive site lead in Puerto Galera, Philippines. The reference depth is 21-26 m, entry is usually by boat dive, and the planning level is AOW recommended. The source card points to a profile suited to wreck diving, 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.

Dry dock dive site image

Recommended level

AOW

Recommended dives

25+

Max depth

26 m

Average depth

24 m

Current

Mild

Visibility

10-25 m

Water temperature

27-30°C

Best months

Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec

Best for

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

Highlights

  • • Puerto Galera dive-site lead for wreck diving
  • • Reference depth: 21-26 m
  • • Entry: boat dive
  • • Recommended months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec
  • • Likely highlights: coral gardens, reef fish and schooling fish and nudibranchs and macro life

What this page helps you answer

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

Marine life

coralreef fishnudibranch

Dive types

Wreck

Safety notes

  • • Plan conservatively around the 21-26 m reference depth and stay within certification limits.
  • • Treat current as mild, 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

Dry dock

13.476, 120.969

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FAQ

Is this dive site suitable for OW divers? +

Dry dock 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 Dry dock are Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec. Confirm current local conditions before booking.

Is the current strong here? +

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

What marine life can be seen? +

Common highlights include coral, reef fish, nudibranch.