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Malapascua is a small yet vibrant island in the Philippines, offering divers an exquisite slice of underwater beauty. Known for its unparalleled marine life, Malapascua is a haven for rare species like thresher sharks, manta rays, and pygmy seahorses. With an array of dive settings that include colorful reefs, intriguing caves, and fascinating wrecks, liveaboard diving Malapascua promises unforgettable aquatic adventures
Must See Malapascua Dive Sites
In Malapascua, you'll find dive sites that cater to various levels of diving expertise, from Monad Shoal to Gato Island and Moalboal. Monad Shoal is globally renowned as the go-to place for thresher shark sightings, especially during early morning dives. Gato Island offers a fascinating dive experience with its underwater caves and tunnels, where you might spot nurse sharks and sea snakes. Moalboal diving is another highlight, famous for its 'sardine run' and frequent turtle encounters
When To Go Diving in Malapascua
Water temperature
The best time to explore Malapascua’s underwater world is between November and April. During these months, the underwater temperature ranges between 26 to 29 °C (79 to 84 °F). These are ideal conditions for diving, whether you are on a liveaboard or simply exploring the local dive sites
Frequently Asked Questions About Malapascua
Where do Malapascua liveaboard cruises start?
Most Malapascua liveaboard cruises depart from Mactan or Port of Cebu. To ensure a smooth start to your adventure, arriving in one of these ports at least one day before your cruise is highly recommended, giving you time to relax and prepare. The same applies when disembarking, allowing a buffer for any unexpected delays. If you plan to arrive on the same day as embarkation, schedule an early morning arrival and book your departure flight for late afternoon or evening on the day after the cruise. This approach ensures a stress-free beginning and end to your journey
What level of experience is needed to dive in Malapascua?
Diving in Malapascua is suitable for all experience levels, from beginner to advanced divers. While many sites feature calm, clear waters, the region is best known for its advanced dives at Monad Shoal, where encounters with thresher sharks occur at deeper depths. Advanced Open Water certification is recommended for diving with thresher sharks
Is diving in Malapascua considered difficult?
Diving in Malapascua can range from easy to challenging, depending on the site. While some areas offer shallow coral gardens with gentle conditions, iconic sites like Monad Shoal are more advanced due to their depth and occasional currents. Divers should be comfortable with deeper dives and maintaining buoyancy
What is Malapascua known for?
Malapascua is best known for its encounters with thresher sharks at Monad Shoal. It is the only place in the world where these deep-dwelling sharks can be seen regularly at recreational diving depths. Beyond thresher sharks, Malapascua offers vibrant coral gardens, sea turtles, nudibranchs, frogfish, and even sightings of manta rays and hammerhead sharks
