Description
One of the most attractive places to go diving in Philippines.
They have IDC centers for professional diving, and even though its a small Island there are sites close for beginners and advanced.
There are possibilities to watch tresher sharks in Shoad Moal.
And some times during certain seasons the currents can get really strong.
Access to location
The island of cebu can be reached from hong kong, singapore, and manila through cabu pacific air. manila is served by many major carriers.dive shops hotels in malapsqua can arrange transportation to the island.
Best time to visit location
diving is available year around. high season is december to april. the rainiest months are may, june, and september, though´fewer than ten days are lost each year to poor visibility from storms
Information about the site
The mandarinfish is possibly the most beautiful fish in the world, and there are few places in the world where they can be seen. Malapascua is one of them. And - even better - on Thresher Diver's famous "Randy Mandy" dive you will see mating mandarinfish in their full glory!
In the late afternoon we dive Lighthouse, where the rare and psychedelic mandarinfish are guaranteed. Do not miss the exotic mating dance of the male and his adoring females.
Dusk is a time most people rarely dive. However, it is one of the best times to observe marine life because of the increased feeding and mating activity. We regularly see seahorses, scribbled and banded pipefish, juvenile sweetlips, banded sea snakes, huge crabs and sea stars, many varieties of shrimp and occasional frogfish. As day turns into night you should start to catch some interesting nudibranchs and a variety of cephalopods - reef squid, bobtail squid, starry night octopus, the occasional blue-ringed octopus and cuttlefish. Also near this sight is a small World War II wreck.
Recommended diver experience level
Advanced DiverAdvanced Diver,Advanced diver with certificate up to rescue diver and at least 50 dives