Diving & Snorkeling

Turtle Point

Moalboal, Cebu
Turtle Point

About Turtle Point

Turtle Point is one of Moalboal's premier snorkeling and diving sites, home to a thriving population of green sea turtles. Located along the coast near Panagsama Beach, this area offers some of the most reliable turtle encounters in the Philippines. The turtles here are accustomed to human presence and can often be seen grazing on seagrass or resting on the reef. It's not uncommon to see multiple turtles during a single snorkeling session. The reef also features a dramatic wall that drops to significant depths, adorned with colorful corals and diverse marine life. Turtle Point can be accessed by swimming from Panagsama Beach or by taking a short boat ride. Many visitors combine a trip here with the sardine run for a complete marine life experience.

Highlights

High probability of turtle sightingsGreen sea turtles grazing on seagrassBeautiful coral wallCan be combined with sardine runSuitable for snorkelers and divers

Tips for Visitors

  1. 1Maintain a respectful distance from turtles - don't touch or chase them. The turtles are most active in the morning. Look for them near the seagrass areas. Bring an underwater camera for amazing photos.

How to Get There

Turtle Point is accessible by swimming from Panagsama Beach (look for the area in front of Quo Vadis Dive Resort) or by taking a short banca boat ride. Most dive shops offer guided tours.

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Quick Info

Entrance Fee

Free if swimming from shore. Boat tours PHP 500-800.

Opening Hours

Open 24 hours (best in daylight)

Duration

1-2 hours

Difficulty

Easy

Best Time to Visit

Morning hours for most active turtles

Location

Panagsama Beach area, Moalboal, Cebu

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