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22/06/2025

🌊 Puerto Galera and the Verde Island Passage: Dive into the Heart of Marine Life on Earth

Tucked between the islands of Luzon and Mindoro lies an underwater Eden that scientists and marine explorers call the “Center of the Center of Marine Shorefish Biodiversity in the World.” Welcome to the Verde Island Passage (VIP) — a 1.14 million-hectare marine corridor so rich in marine species that it puts many other dive destinations to shame.

And guess what? Puerto Galera sits right in the backyard of this marine treasure trove.

Why the Verde Island Passage is the “Center of the Center”

The Verde Island Passage is not just any marine area — it’s a global biodiversity hotspot. According to studies conducted by the Smithsonian Institute and marine conservation groups, the VIP holds the highest concentration of marine species in the Coral Triangle, which spans six countries and is widely regarded as the Amazon of the seas.

In this narrow but vibrant stretch of water, you can find:

Over 300 species of corals

More than 1,700 species of reef fish

A wide range of invertebrates, sponges, sea slugs, and nudibranchs

A bustling ecosystem that supports whales, dolphins, sharks, and rays

Its location — where the Pacific Ocean meets the South China Sea — creates a perfect recipe for ocean currents that nourish coral reefs and marine life. This natural “soup of life” makes diving here like flipping through the pages of an underwater encyclopedia.

Puerto Galera: The Diving Capital of the Philippines

Strategically located along the northern tip of Mindoro, Puerto Galera is one of the few places on earth where you can literally wake up in your resort, walk to the beach, and dive into a world-class coral reef within minutes.

That’s why it’s often called the “Diving Capital of the Philippines.” It’s not just about the quantity of dive sites — it’s about the quality, accessibility, and sheer diversity.

Some of Puerto Galera’s famous dive sites include:

🟦 Canyons – A thrilling drift dive with three underwater canyons filled with schooling jacks, trevallies, and the occasional shark.

🟦 Sabang Wrecks – Perfect for beginners and night divers, these sunken vessels are now home to lionfish, ghost pipefish, and curious batfish.

🟦 Hole in the Wall – An exciting site where you swim through a natural hole in the reef, surrounded by an explosion of colors and life.

🟦 Verde Island Drop-off – Often ranked as one of the best dive sites in the Philippines, this is the true jewel of the VIP. Expect steep walls, strong currents, and the highest marine species count per square meter in the world.

🟦 Kilima Steps and West Escarceo – Ideal for macro photographers and those who want to enjoy a more relaxed dive.

A Dive Destination for All Skill Levels

Whether you’re a first-time diver, an advanced wreck explorer, or an underwater photographer chasing the elusive pygmy seahorse, Puerto Galera has something for you. Dive centers are just a few steps from your hotel, and the dive sites are mostly a 5–15 minute boat ride away — no long travel times, no crowded waiting lines.

Puerto Galera is also home to PADI-certified dive shops and instructors, making it a perfect place to get your Open Water certification or go for advanced specialties like Nitrox, Deep Dive, or even Tech Diving.

More Than Just Diving

After your dive, you can relax on White Beach, take a motorbike ride to hidden waterfalls, enjoy the nightlife at Sabang, or go kayaking in turtle sanctuaries. The charm of Puerto Galera is its perfect balance of adventure and leisure, all within the embrace of the Verde Island Passage.

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🐠 Come Dive Where Life Began

When you dive in Puerto Galera, you’re not just taking a vacation — you’re entering a living museum of marine evolution, a snapshot of the ocean as it should be: alive, colorful, diverse, and awe-inspiring.

Whether you’re a curious traveler or a seasoned scuba ju**ie, the Verde Island Passage is calling — and Puerto Galera is your perfect gateway to answer that call.

Pack your fins, grab your dive logbook, and come dive the center of the center. Discover Puerto Galera. Discover life beneath the surface.

17/06/2025

🌊 The Pride of Our Waters: Meet Anacropora puertogalerae, the Coral Named After Puerto Galera
By DivePuertoGalera.com

Beneath the shimmering turquoise waters of Puerto Galera lies a treasure trove of marine life—one so rich and vibrant that scientists from around the world continue to uncover new species in its depths. Among these discoveries is a rare and remarkable coral: Anacropora puertogalerae, named in honor of our very own diving paradise.

🌺 A Scientific Discovery Rooted in Our Reefs

In 2003, coral expert Dr. Carden C. Wallace officially identified and described Anacropora puertogalerae, a species found exclusively in the coral gardens of Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro. The naming was no accident—it was a tribute to the area's stunning biodiversity and growing global reputation as a premier dive destination.

Unlike the more common branching corals, Anacropora puertogalerae has delicate, fragile branches and thrives in shallow reef environments. It plays a crucial ecological role, offering shelter to juvenile fish and contributing to the reef's structural complexity.

📍 Why Puerto Galera?

Puerto Galera has long been known as the "Diving Capital of the Philippines," thanks to its inclusion in the UNESCO-declared Man and the Biosphere Reserve. With over 40 dive sites, crystal-clear waters, and a spectacular range of coral species, the area represents one of the richest marine ecosystems in the Coral Triangle.

The discovery of a unique coral species right here in our waters only reinforces what we locals and diving enthusiasts have known all along—Puerto Galera is special.

🌱 A Call for Conservation

While the recognition of Anacropora puertogalerae is a source of pride, it’s also a call to action. Corals worldwide are under threat from climate change, pollution, and destructive fishing practices. This includes corals in Puerto Galera, despite its marine sanctuary protections.

As stewards of this marine paradise, we must continue to promote sustainable tourism, support marine conservation programs, and educate the next generation about the importance of protecting our underwater heritage.

🤿 Dive Into Living History

When you dive in Puerto Galera, you’re not just exploring a reef—you’re experiencing a living, breathing world filled with stories waiting to be told. Anacropora puertogalerae is one of those stories. So, the next time you're at a dive site like The Canyons, Coral Garden, or Monkey Beach, take a moment to appreciate the wonders around you—and remember, you're swimming among species found nowhere else on Earth.

📷 Share the Wonder

Have you spotted rare corals or unique marine life while diving in Puerto Galera? Tag us at and use the hashtag to spread awareness and love for our reefs.

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Let’s protect our reefs, promote our marine biodiversity, and be proud of the coral that carries our name—Anacropora puertogalerae—a true symbol of the oceanic wonders that lie just beneath our waves.

17/09/2023

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17/09/2023

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17/09/2023

🎉 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞! 𝐒𝐲𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐆𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐬, 𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐨𝐬, 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐮𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐤𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟓𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐨 𝟖𝐭𝐡!🤗🎥

𝘈𝘯𝘥 𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦'𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵 – 𝘩𝘦'𝘭𝘭 𝘣𝘦 𝘨𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘸𝘢𝘺 𝘤𝘢𝘴𝘩! 💰

𝘋𝘰𝘯'𝘵 𝘮𝘪𝘴𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘨𝘰𝘭𝘥𝘦𝘯 𝘰𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘦𝘦𝘵 𝘩𝘪𝘮 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘣 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘸𝘪𝘯. 𝘉𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘢 𝘧𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘤 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶'𝘭𝘭 𝘯𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘨𝘦𝘵! 🥳💸

17/09/2023

🎤 𝐁𝐢𝐠 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬! 𝐒𝐲𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐃𝐨𝐭𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐤𝐢 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐨 𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐤𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭!

🎶 𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞. 𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬 𝐢𝐭 – 𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞! 🍻

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