Snorkeling and scuba diving in Anilao

Two and a half hours from Manila is Anilao in Mabini, Batangas. Very popular among divers and snorkelers, it is teeming with colorful fish, corals and marine plants. The water is clear and visibility is good making the place a favorite among photographers. Novices and world-class divers are attracted to Anilao because diving conditions are ideal for both beginners and experienced divers. Anilao is primarily a dive spot and the beaches are rocky — and I mean really rocky. I don’t dive but some of my cousins do and the underwater photos in this gallery were provided by my cousin-in-law, Luigi Abad Santos. All photos were taken in Anilao in 2006.

Some interesting web pages about diving in Anilao:

• An interactive map showing the popular dive spots in the area;
• Descriptions of the most popular Anilao dive spots;
• Diving packages and accommodations