Cebu and the neighboring islands are located in the middle of the Philippine archipelago; the location gives the region a relatively dry climate with not as much rain fall as Luzon in the north or Palawan in the west of the Philippines. The dive spots around Cebu, Bohol and Negros belong to the best the Philippines have to offer. Some islands are famous for big fish like thresher sharks, manta rays and, if you are lucky, whale sharks. Others offer fantastic coral gardens, steep, often overhanging walls and cliffs, teeming with reef fish.

To get an impression read here an article about scuba diving in Pescador Island, Moalboal, Cebu. Cebu, one of the popular islands in the Philippines, offers the perfect venue for both novice and experienced divers

Blessed with year round tropical weather, Cebu is fast becoming a favorite destination for divers looking for crystal clear water, endless variety of macro subjects and walls that drop down to eternity. Off the Cebu mainland are numerous islets to the North such as Capitancillo. Toward the south of Cebu, the most popular dive sites are in Bohol such as Balicasag Island, Cabilao and Panglao. Dive trips also venture to the western coast of Cebu to visit Pescador Island and Moalboal. Thanks to its central location, the Cebu and Bohol area serves as a springboard to explore the numerous dive sites within the Visayan region of the Philippines.

Best Time to Travel : The waters around Cebu are usually clear, calm, and diveable year round. Water temperatures average a warm 78-84°F (25.6-28.9°C), with visibility averaging 70 - 100 feet (20 - 30m).