Anilao- batangas

In the mid-1960's, a whole coral reef was transplanted onto a large rock formation close to the shore. Contrary to popular belief at the time that the adventure would fail, the coral has flourished. As a result, diving has developed and is at the forefront of the industry in the Philippines to this day.

Visibility is good and the opportunities for photography are excellent. Unfortunately, as the area has developed, so some of the more negative aspects of this have become evident. In particular, dynamiting, collection of corals and shells and over fishing are just some of the challenges that Anilao and Batangas must face. Luckily, these are being addressed. Most of the best dives are actually found around the islands of Sombrero and Maricaban, a short boat trip away from Anilao.

A short dive north of Anilao is the quiet town of Nasugbu where good diving is also abundant

.The northwest shore of the Calumpang Peninsula, from Anilao to Bagalangit, is lined with plenty of good resorts that cater primarily to divers. From any of the resorts, you can rent a boat for island hopping or arrange for a dive tour and visit the superb diving spots, coves, and islands like the Sombrero and Maricaban islands.

List of dive site in Anilao

Malajibomaoc	Layag-Layag
Ligpo Island	Kirby's Rock
The Cathedral	Caban Cove
Eagle Point	Dari Laut
Koala	Sepok Wall
Arthur's Rock	Bethlehem
Twin Rocks	Mapating Rock
Mainit Point	Merriel's Rock
Red Rock	Devil's Point
Beatrice Rock	red palm
Bahura	devil's point
Sombrero Island