Pyramids
An artificial reef of pyramid-shaped metal structures and a popular macro site, with giant and warty frogfish, nudibranchs and snowflake morays.
Pyramids takes its name from the pyramid-shaped metal structures that form this artificial reef. It is a popular macro site with a wide variety of critters, and it lies inside a marine sanctuary.
The dive
The maximum depth is around 24 metres. The metal pyramids are spread over the sand, and over the years they have been covered in growth that now shelters a lot of small life. Moving from structure to structure gives the dive a natural route.
What you might see
- Giant frogfish, the largest of the frogfish, often sitting in plain view
- Warty frogfish
- Jorunna, Hypselodoris and Nembrotha nudibranchs
- Snowflake moray eels, with their striking black, white and yellow pattern
When to dive Pyramids
Good all year, with water temperatures of about 25 to 29°C. Nudibranchs are at their most varied from January to March. See when to dive Dauin.
Who it suits
Macro lovers and photographers. With a maximum depth of around 24 metres, Advanced Open Water certification lets you make the most of the site.
Our tip
Check every corner of the pyramids, top and bottom. Frogfish and nudibranchs often sit on the edges, where the structure meets the sand.
Good to know
- Pyramids is a marine sanctuary. The standard sanctuary fee is included in our dive price; with a camera, add PHP 50 per dive.
- Nitrox is available for certified divers and helps with bottom time here.
- For more artificial reefs, try El Dorado and Ginama-an.
Dive Pyramids with us
We dive the Dauin coast every day, with full rental equipment included in our dive rates. See our Dauin diving and prices, or build your dive trip and tell us which sites you would like to see.