Dive· Panglao· Philippines
Napaling Reef (Sardine Run)
9° 37.3′ N · 123° 46.4′ E
A reef off Panglao's north-west coast where dense baitballs of sardines swirl just minutes from shore, with jacks and trevally hunting around the edges. It is also a freediving training spot.
Practical
OpenStreetMap dive site 'Napaling Wall Dive'. Reef top at about 8 m with a wall to about 25 m; all levels; mornings usually bring the best baitball activity; sardines are there year-round, with the best visibility Dec-May (philippinedives.com, 2026). Normally done by boat from Alona or as a snorkel from shore; anchoring on the reef is not appropriate, so drop divers or use a mooring if one is offered.
Best for
Snorkelling or diving with a sardine baitball
Nearby
- Hinagdanan Cave1.7 NM away
- Momo Beach1.7 NM away
- Bingag Anchorage (Panglao North Coast)2 NM away
- Bohol-Panglao International Airport2.6 NM away
- Mercado de Panglao (Panglao Public Market)2.8 NM away
- Doljo Bay Anchorage (Panglao)2.9 NM away
- Bureau of Immigration Bohol Field Office (Panglao)3 NM away
- Doljo Beach3 NM away