Philippines
Batangas
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Batangas is a coastal province in the Philippines facing the Philippine Sea, with easy access from nearby ports and a steady stream of recreational dives. Offshore conditions are typically warm and suited to relaxed reef profiles, while some sites offer deeper drop-offs and more current exposure depending on the location and season. Divers commonly target rocky/reef areas for small marine life, nudibranchs, and reef fish, and many trips are organized around short boat rides from coastal towns. As a popular training and day-trip area, Batangas is often chosen for open-water and advanced specialties, with a mix of sheltered spots and more exposed sites.
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Top scuba diving cities in the region of Batangas
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Mabini
Coastal dive base in Batangas for reef and boat trips on the Philippine Sea.
Tingloy
Small Batangas-area diving gateway for short reef and coastal boat dives.
Bauan
Coastal Batangas gateway for Philippine Sea reef and wall dives.
Dive sites and dive centers around Batangas
The cities
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- 62 sites
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- 45 sites
The best time to dive in Batangas
The best months to dive in Batangas are from May and September. Temperatures are confortable (27-28°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.
Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.
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