Turtle Point

Turtle Point is an advanced dive site in the Anda area of eastern Bohol, Philippines, where a current-swept headland at thirty meters creates the conditions that attract the sea turtles for which this site is named. The combination of depth, current, and the abundant food sources that the headland's productive waters provide makes this a reliable turtle encounter site for experienced divers. The headland deflects coastal currents, creating upwellings that promote the algae and seagrass growth on which green sea turtles feed. This reliable food source, combined with the sheltered resting areas the reef provides, has established Turtle Point as a favored habitat for both green and hawksbill turtles. Multiple turtle encounters on a single dive are common, with the animals displaying the relaxed behavior characteristic of locations where they feel secure. The advanced rating reflects the thirty-meter depth and the significant currents that the exposed headland generates. Managing buoyancy and position in strong current while maintaining the calm approach that turtle observation requires demands the combination of skills that advanced certification provides. The depth adds gas management considerations to the physical demands of current diving. Beyond the turtle encounters, the reef supports the healthy marine communities typical of Anda's pristine coastline, with diverse coral coverage and fish populations that benefit from the site's light diving pressure. Turtle Point delivers reliable sea turtle encounters in the challenging but rewarding conditions of Anda's eastern coast, offering advanced divers one of Bohol's most memorable marine megafauna experiences.