Tongo Sanctuary

★★★★☆ (1,164)

Tongo Sanctuary is a protected marine area featuring a steep wall dive with depths ranging from 5 to 55 meters and visibility between 15 to 25 meters. The site boasts vibrant hard and soft corals, small caves, and minimal currents, making it suitable for divers of all levels.

Divers can encounter electric clams, sea turtles, ghost pipefish, nudibranchs, and occasionally whale sharks, among other diverse marine species.

Dive Activity

Courses and Events

Open Water Diver + Advanced

Open Water Diver + Advanced

Combined Open Water & Advanced Course (4-Day Program)Price Includes (All-Inclusive)Our package covers everything you need to go from beginner to advanced. There are no hidden fees or additional costs for diving-related requirements:Full Tuition and Instruction (Open Water + Advanced)E-learning MaterialsCertification Card Issuance Fees (Both levels)Full Equipment RentalMarine Park/Environmental FeesAll Diving & Boat FeesComplimentary Media: Our guides carry GoPro cameras to capture your underwater journey! We provide basic photo and video footage of your experience at no extra charge. (Please note: As this is a complimentary service, 100% coverage cannot be guaranteed.)Course Schedule & DetailsDuration: 4-Day Intensive ProgramTotal Dives: 9 Training Dives (4 Open Water + 5 Advanced)Standard Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Daily schedule may vary depending on the Night Dive session)Advanced CurriculumDuring the second half of the program, you will experience specialized diving conditions. Typically, this includes:NavigationDeep DivingCurrent (Drift) DivingBoat DivingNight DivingImportant Note: Advanced dive types are subject to change based on local sea conditions. The curriculum is pre-set by the instructor; if you wish to choose specific adventure dives, please apply for individual Specialty Courses.Flexibility & SupportThe schedule can be flexibly adjusted based on your personal physical condition, comfort level, and learning progress. We ensure a safe and professional environment for your transformation into a confident diver.See Us in ActionCheck out our daily underwater updates and see what it’s like to dive with us on our YouTube channel: YouTube: @divestory01Learn More & BookFor detailed information on our facilities, team, and additional course offerings (including Discovery Scuba Diving for beginners), please visit our website: https://divestory.co.kr/en/home-english/

August 12, 2026 +25 More
$443.99
₱27,000.00

Potential Wildlife Sightings

Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content

Shutterstock-Shane Myers Photography
Green Turtle

Green Turtle
220 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 3

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Thresher Shark

Thresher Shark
70 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 200

Alamy-WaterFrame
Moray Eel

Moray Eel
49 Sightings
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Hawksbill Turtle

Hawksbill Turtle
29 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 600

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Wrasse

Wrasse
9 Sightings
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Loggerhead Turtle

Loggerhead Turtle
6 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 12

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Lionfish

Lionfish
127 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 28

Udo Kefrig
Clownfish

Clownfish
124 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 130

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Pufferfish

Pufferfish
103 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 90

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Angelfish

Angelfish
68 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 8

Alamy-Reinhard Dirscherl
Bannerfish

Bannerfish
67 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 3000

SSI-Peter-Schinck
Nudibranch

Nudibranch
62 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 130

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Pipefish

Pipefish
61 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 130

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Butterfly Fish

Butterfly Fish
57 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 40

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Triggerfish

Triggerfish
54 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 50

istock-atese
Frogfish

Frogfish
35 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 100

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Parrotfish

Parrotfish
35 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 25

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Boxfish

Boxfish
27 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 3400

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Shrimp

Shrimp
26 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 85

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Surgeonfish

Surgeonfish
19 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 350

Alamy-Andre Seal
Damselfish

Damselfish
19 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 250

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Scorpionfish

Scorpionfish
15 Sightings
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 150

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Sweetlips and Grunts

Sweetlips and Grunts
15 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 110

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Snapper

Snapper
13 Sightings
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 40

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Jackfish

Jackfish
12 Sightings
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 90

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Goatfish

Goatfish
10 Sightings
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 60

iStock-Global_Pics
Soldierfish

Soldierfish
9 Sightings
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 15

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Garfish

Garfish
9 Sightings
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 3

Shutterstock_Leo Lorenzo
Trumpetfish

Trumpetfish
9 Sightings
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AdobeStock-Richard Carey
Banded Sea Krait

Banded Sea Krait
8 Sightings
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6
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 60

iStock-Global_Pics
Squirrelfish

Squirrelfish
8 Sightings
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 30

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Sand Eel

Sand Eel
6 Sightings
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Dive Centers Catering This Dive Site

DIVESTORY, 다이브스토리

DIVESTORY, 다이브스토리

Basdiot, Panagsama Beach, 6032 MOALBOAL, Cebu - Philippines
DIVESTORY, 다이브스토리

DIVESTORY, 다이브스토리

Basdiot, Panagsama Beach, 6032 MOALBOAL, Cebu - Philippines

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Pescador West / Cathedral (★4.4)

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Pescador East (★4.4)

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Pescador North (★4.3)

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Tongo (★4.2)

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Panagsama Beach/Sardine Run (★4.4)

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White House / Mermaid Statue (★4.3)

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