Best Dive Sites in Subic Bay, Batangas & Puerto Galera

Explore Top Dive Sites in Subic Bay, Batangas, and Puerto Galera: Wrecks, Reefs, and Marine Biodiversity

Subic Bay, Batangas, and Puerto Galera are iconic diving destinations in the Philippines, renowned for their diverse underwater environments. Whether you’re drawn to historical wrecks, vibrant reefs, or quiet, hidden lagoons, these areas offer exceptional scuba diving experiences.

Subic Bay is known for its WWII wreck dives, where sunken ships have become artificial reefs teeming with marine life. Sites like the Olongapo wreck and the USS New York are prime examples of history blending with biodiversity.

Batangas offers a mix of shallow reef dives and deep drop-offs, with famous spots such as Anilao and Sombrero Island. Here, divers encounter colorful coral gardens, vibrant fish schools, and abundant macro life.

Puerto Galera is celebrated for its rich marine life and vibrant coral walls. The area boasts sites like Sabang and White Beach, where divers can experience some of the Philippines' most diverse reef ecosystems, home to everything from tiny nudibranchs to giant rays.

Together, Subic Bay, Batangas, and Puerto Galera provide a broad spectrum of dive sites, making them an essential stop for divers of all levels seeking adventure, history, and natural beauty.

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DIVE MAP #7 - Best Diving- Subic Bay, Batangas & Puerto Galera

Dive Index - Subic Bay, Batangas & Puerto Galera

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Travel	Subic Bay: Easily accessible by car or bus from Manila (approximately 2.5 to 3 hours). Clark International Airport is also nearby and serves domestic and some international flights. Batangas: Drive from Manila takes around 2 to 3 hours, depending on traffic. Buses to Anilao and other dive areas are widely available. Puerto Galera: Travel by bus or car to Batangas Port (about 2–3 hours from Manila), then take a 1-hour ferry or bangka (outrigger boat) to Sabang, White Beach, or Muelle Pier in Puerto Galera.
Recommendations	Subic Bay: Dive into history with WWII wrecks like the USS New York and the San Quentin. Visibility is best between November and May. Great for tech and wreck divers. Batangas: Anilao is famous for macro photography and vibrant coral gardens. Sites like Cathedral Rock and Twin Rocks are popular. Great for beginners and underwater photographers. Puerto Galera: Known for its marine biodiversity and lively reef systems. Sabang Wrecks, Hole in the Wall, and The Canyons are top sites. Night diving and drift diving are highly recommended.

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Travel

Subic Bay: Easily accessible by car or bus from Manila (approximately 2.5 to 3 hours). Clark International Airport is also nearby and serves domestic and some international flights.
Batangas: Drive from Manila takes around 2 to 3 hours, depending on traffic. Buses to Anilao and other dive areas are widely available.
Puerto Galera: Travel by bus or car to Batangas Port (about 2–3 hours from Manila), then take a 1-hour ferry or bangka (outrigger boat) to Sabang, White Beach, or Muelle Pier in Puerto Galera.

Recommendations

Subic Bay: Dive into history with WWII wrecks like the USS New York and the San Quentin. Visibility is best between November and May. Great for tech and wreck divers.
Batangas: Anilao is famous for macro photography and vibrant coral gardens. Sites like Cathedral Rock and Twin Rocks are popular. Great for beginners and underwater photographers.
Puerto Galera: Known for its marine biodiversity and lively reef systems. Sabang Wrecks, Hole in the Wall, and The Canyons are top sites. Night diving and drift diving are highly recommended.

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