Apo 29 (Barracuda Hill)

A submerged mound south of the main reef, dived only when conditions allow. Short bottom time, strong current, and the reason people talk about it is the fish schools that hold against it. Missing the pinnacle on descent means a blue-water drift and a pickup.

Depth

29–45m

Current

Strong

Diver level

Advanced open water

Entry

Boat

Unique features

Open-water seamount whose shallowest point is 29m — a deep dive before anything else
Schooling barracuda and trevally holding in the current
The most likely spot on the reef for a hammerhead, though sightings stay occasional

Sources & last checked

Checked August 2026

This is a researched draft, not yet human-verified. The seasonality and logistics are drawn from the sources below — confirm specifics (permits, fees, closures) with an operator before you book.

Apo Reef diving guide — Underwater Asia
Map of dive sites in Apo Reef, Mindoro, Philippines — Starfish.ch

Note on the data: Coordinates are approximate; not surveyed dive-site GPS.