North Atoll - Shark Airport Suggest edit

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AdvancedDifficulty

AdvancedRecommended cert

40Max dive depth

40.0 mSite max depth

20.0–40.0 mVisibility

ModerateCurrent

MildSurge

60 minAvg dive time

March to JuneBest months

27.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

24.0–28.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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North Atoll - Shark Airport is a renowned dive site located in the Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park in the Sulu Sea, Philippines. It is famous for its diverse marine life, particularly various species of sharks, making it a popular destination for experienced divers.

The dive site features steep walls, vibrant coral reefs, and an abundance of marine species. Divers can expect to see reef sharks, turtles, and schools of fish. The site is best explored with a drift dive due to the currents.

Conditions

Visibility: 20.0–40.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Moderate Suggest edit
Surge: Mild Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 27.0–30.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 24.0–28.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: Yes
Diving in Tubbataha requires a permit from the Tubbataha Management Office.
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Bottom types:
coral sand rock Suggest edit

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Wide-angle lenses recommended for capturing the vibrant coral and marine life.

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