Davao Gulf & Samal Island · Philippines · Wall
Pindawon Wall
Black corals and gorgonians under the overhangs of a sanctuary wall
Pindawon Wall, off the east coast of Samal Island, is a wall dive inside a marine sanctuary. Overhangs hung with black coral and a good chance of turtles bring divers here, while strong currents and a maximum of 40 m keep it a dive for advanced divers.
Where it is and how deep
6.9642° N, 125.7956° EApproximate position — the dashed circle shows where the site lies; your operator's briefing has the mooring.
The dive
The dive follows the wall, whose overhangs shelter gorgonians and black corals, down to a maximum of 40 m. Snapper, grouper and sea snakes work the face, and turtles are likely here and in the Aundanao sanctuary just to the north. Strong currents run along the wall, and a guide is recommended.
Marine life and season
- Sea turtles
- Sea snakes
- Groupers
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Season follows Davao Gulf & Samal Island: November to May is the best window for diving around Samal Island.
Know before you go
- Strong currents run along the wall; diving with a guide is recommended.
Sources
- Pindawon Wall dive site | PADI — PADI
- Philippines dive sites :: Davao : Samal Island — Asia Dive Site
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Wreck
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