Explore Padre Burgos

Nestled in the province of Southern Leyte, Padre Burgos stands as a jewel in the Philippines' diving crown. This area is renowned for its pristine aquatic environments, offering some of the most breathtaking underwater experiences in the region. Divers are greeted by vibrant reefs adorned with both hard and soft corals, along with majestic barrel sponges that create a colorful underwater tapestry. The dive sites here feature dramatic walls, steep drop-offs, intriguing caves, and even a couple of wrecks, making it a versatile destination for divers of all levels.

Marine life in Padre Burgos is nothing short of spectacular. The waters teem with dwarf gobies, mandarinfish, and an array of nudibranchs. Larger marine visitors include the impressive Napoleon wrasses, harlequin sweetlips, barracudas, trevallies, and steephead parrotfish. With visibility often extending up to 40 meters/131 feet and dive depths ranging from 6 to 40 meters/19 to 131 feet, the conditions are ideal for both shore and boat dives. Whether exploring shallow reefs or venturing deeper into the blue, divers find themselves immersed in an ecosystem that is rich and diverse, making each dive a memorable adventure.

Top Dive Sites Map

★★★★☆ Voltaires rock

Nice divesite just outside Sogodbay divecenter. nice shallow area between 2-10 meters and from there a slope down to 32 and more. Plenty of big fish action when current is moving. Diverse soft and hard corals.

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★★★★★ Gunter's Wall

Gunter’s Wall is named after the German owner of a dive shop at Southern Leyte. It is a reef wall extension heading south, begining at Adrien’s Cove.

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Mares, Janez Kranjc

★★★★☆ Adrian's Cove

A few kilometers south of Tangkaan peninsula is Limasawa Island. On its eastern side, Adrien’s Cove lures divers as part of the largest marine sanctuary in southern Leyte.

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Mares, Predrag Vuckovic

★★★★☆ Tangka-an Point

A peninsular dive spot on the southern tip of Padre Burgos. Exposed to a 3 sided waterfront from the south, east, and west make for a good drift dive when the currents pick up.

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★★★★☆ Turtle Rock

Divers plunge to the deepest depth of the wall at 20 meters & follow a bearing to the sandy slope westward to check out 4 massive rock boulder outcroppings.

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Mares, Janez Kranjc

★★★★☆ The Hole

A bit north of Turtle Rock on the Tangkaan Peninsula, ‘The Hole’ makes for special night dives and a great place to get certified. The reef top is at 3 – 5 meters. You descend to the bottom of the wall at 20 – 25 meters & gradually make your way up.

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Aqualung

★★★★★ Medicare

Right in front of the Medicare facility on land. A mild current allows you to cover both dive sites. A steep rocky slope descends to 20 meters on Medicare South moving deeper to 25 – 30 meters towards Medicare North.

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★★★★☆ Padre Burgos Jetty

Some call it a jetty & some call it a pier, but still others call them concrete pylons or concrete pillars. ‘Padre Burgos Pier’ is one of the best diving locations in the world to check off macro critters in your diving lifetime.

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Mares, Predrag Vuckovic

★★★★☆ Max Climax

Along Padre Burgos a few dive centers have lined up facing the east coast on the western side of Sogod Bay, Southern Leyte. ‘Max Climax’ is part of a wall more than a kilometer long that connects a few house reefs.

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Diving in Padre Burgos

Padre Burgos, nestled in Southern Leyte, Philippines, offers divers a treasure trove of underwater experiences. This area is celebrated for its vibrant marine biodiversity, including the famous Napantao Marine Sanctuary. Shore dives are particularly popular here, allowing easy access to stunning coral gardens teeming with colorful fish. One of the highlights is exploring the rich macro life, where nudibranchs and pygmy seahorses showcase their unique beauty.

For those seeking adventure, the night dives in Padre Burgos reveal captivating nocturnal marine behaviors, offering a different perspective of the underwater world. While wreck dives aren't the primary attraction, the region's diverse dive sites cater well to both shore and liveaboard diving enthusiasts. This blend ensures that divers of all preferences can discover and enjoy the underwater marvels of this enchanting destination.

The best Months to dive in Padre Burgos

Padre Burgos, located in Southern Leyte, Philippines, offers excellent diving conditions throughout the year, making it a popular destination for divers. The water temperatures range from 27°C–30°C/81°F–86°F, providing a comfortable environment for diving. Visibility typically remains high, often exceeding 20 meters/66 feet, allowing divers to fully appreciate the marine biodiversity.

Diving is possible year-round, although the best conditions are often found from November to May. During these months, the seas are calmer, with less wind and currents. From June to October, the southwest monsoon can bring stronger winds and occasional storms, which might affect diving plans. However, even during these months, experienced divers can still find opportunities to explore the underwater wonders of Padre Burgos.

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