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Black Rock North

Black Rock North

Sulu Sea, Philippines

Depth
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60m

Visibility
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20m - 60m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Beginner

Black Rock North

Sulu Sea, Philippines

Black Rock North
Depth
Depth Icon

60m

Visibility
Visibility Icon

20m - 60m

Entry
Boat Entry Icon

Boat

Experience Level

Beginner


About Black Rock North

A great site with great visibilty and great photo opportunity ! Although this site reaches a maximum depth, it also has some good depth variation thus making it suitable for all level divers. Excellent underwater landscapes with abundant marine life and great coral formations. As the name implies, this site is situated North of Black Rock.

Black Rock North Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Reef, Rock

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

60m

Visibility Range

20m 60m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas Mix

14% at 58m / 21%

O2
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Marine Life

  • Eagle Rays
  • Groupers
  • Manta Rays
  • Pelagic Fish
  • Snappers
  • Squirrel Fish
  • Turtles
  • Various
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Location

Dive Site Hazards

  • Hidden Depth Variations — Complex reef topography can conceal depth changes, leading to unintended profile variations.

  • Distraction from Marine Activity — High fish activity can distract divers and delay depth or gas awareness.

  • Rapid Surge Direction Changes — Surge near reef structures can reverse direction quickly, pushing divers sideways into unexpected areas.

  • Bubble Trapping Under Overhangs — Rock overhangs can trap exhaled bubbles, reducing visibility and causing disorientation.

  • Reflected Surge Patterns — Surge reflecting off rock faces can create irregular and unpredictable water movement.

  • Current Funnel Effect — Narrow gaps between rocks can accelerate water flow unexpectedly.

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