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Archive for November, 2011

Thresher Sharks of Malapascua

Thursday, November 17th, 2011

Thresher Shark

The thresher shark, or Alopias pelagicus is a type of mackerel shark or Lamniformes. The threshers grow up to a length of 5-6 meters, about half of which is the huge scythe-like tail for which it is named.

Monad Shoal near Malapascua is a sunken island at 18-24m whose sides drop off to 230m. The thresher sharks live and hunt in this deep water for most of the day, but in the early morning, before it gets too light, they come up to the Shoal, attracted by its cleaning stations. Here they have a symbiotic (mutually beneficial) relationship with the small fish called cleaning wrasse which eat dead skin and bacteria from the shark’s body, its gills, and even inside its mouth. Because the cleaning benefits these huge animals, the sharks would never think of eating the wrasse as an early morning snack. The cleaning stations are like a carwash for fish!

Thresher sharks normally live in deep water and are night creatures, so are not often seen by divers in most parts of the world. Although they are seen occasionally in other locations, we know of nowhere else they can be seen so regularly. They have very small, sharp teeth and very big eyes to see in the dark.They eat squid and schooling fish such as herring and mackerel and they use their tails to “corral” the fish into denser schools. The tail may also be used to stun the fish.They will sometimes “breach” and can jump completely out of the water.

The huge diversity of marine life in Malapascua, located in the center of the Coral Triangle, makes each dive a pure delight filled with new discoveries! Thresher sharks, giant manta rays, hammerhead sharks, white tip sharks, mandarin fish, countless nudibranchs, pygmy seahorses, frogfish, cuttlefish, endless crustacean species and beautiful unspoiled coral gardens.

Many have considered Cebu to be the best spot to dive, I will understand why so many vouch for an ultimate dive experience, in Cebu. With the amount of sea creatures one is guaranteed to see, friendly and experienced divers, and just the total and complete package the place has to offer, it’s a MUST activity!

Tags: Cebu, Coral Triangle, Diving Spots, Malapascua, Monad Shoal, Thresher Sharks
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Diving in Moalboal

Monday, November 14th, 2011

Moalboal Diving

Moalboal is hailed to be Cebu’s most popular diving spot, and the most affordable diving destination in Southeast Asia.  Located two and a half hours away south of Cebu City, this town now has a number of diving resorts and shops to offer for tourists who go there solely for diving.  Moalboal has a rich marine ecosystem that divers find fascinating.  Located in the heart of the Tañon Strait, the area has the richest marine biodiversity in the Coral Triangle of the Philippines.  The waters are warm, the marine life vibrant and the steep walls present make it a popular destination for divers from all over the world.

One of Moalboal’s diving spots is Pescador Island, known for its beautiful and largely untouched marine life.  It is a small island off Moalboal, surrounded by a shallow reef and drop offs that down to 40m plus.  Expect to see schools of lionfish, barracudas, tuna, grouper, snapper and the occasional manta ray, thresher sharks, some resident white tip sharks and even giant whale sharks, known as the biggest fish in the world.

The town is still not very commercialized and resorts are quite affordable.  There are also a few restaurants which offer fresh seafood, such as squid or tiger prawns, caught off the beaches of Moalboal.  Divers from all over the world should include Moalboal in their places to visit, it’s a definite must.

Tags: Cebu, Diving Spots, Moalboal, Pescador Island
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Cebu Beaches

Monday, November 7th, 2011

Cebu Beaches

Cebu is home to a number of beaches located around the island.  One can swim, snorkel or dive and enjoy water activities each place has to offer.  The beaches are all different from each other, considering the fact that the island is quite big, but all the beaches boast of beautiful sand and clear, blue water.

Among the beaches are Bantayan Island, Badian Island, Moalboal, Mactan Island and Malapascua.  Mactan Island is the nearest beach to Cebu City, which makes it the main attraction for visitors who wish to stay near the city, and offers a wide number of resorts that you may choose from.  Bantayan Island is a few hours away from Cebu City and is home to Santa Fe.  Quiet and beautiful, this island has a long stretch of beach you may enjoy. Bantayan Island is also home to Paradise Beach and Virgin Island.  Both beaches do not have accommodations and are only accessible by boat.  Malapascua Island is another beach in Cebu, located on the northern tip off Cebu. Dubbed as the “next Boracay” owing to the beautiful, fine, white sand and crystal blue water you will find when you get there, this destination is becoming popular for both local and international tourists.  Malapascua not only offers a great swimming environment, the island also offers beautiful and unique diving spots, with a possibility of catching sight of the thresher sharks that can be found there.  Malapascua Island is only one of the few places where these friendly thresher sharks can be found.  Moalboal is town located about 4 hours away from the Cebu International Airport.    Moalboal is known for its diving spots as well and if you head to Panagsama Beach you can find all the diving resorts and facilities.  This beach is rocky and not really for swimming but it is perfect for snorkeling and diving as the area is full of coral reefs.

Other beaches more for swimming are White Beach, Basdako Beach or Zaragossa Beach, which are all accessible by land transportation, or even boats.  Badian Island is a private beach, which is 97.6 km southwest of Cebu City.  This is one of the least populated islands in Cebu.  The island is surrounded by a beautiful white sand coast and crystal clear waters.  One of its attractions is the Kawasan Falls and Kawasan Springs.  However, the main attraction of Badian Island is the Badian Island Resort and Spa, which is quite known for its beautiful accommodations and wonderful spa packages.

Cebu is still home to other beaches.  Its size and location offer the perfect place for visitors looking for something different when on vacation.  If you wish to dive or snorkel; or enjoy the sun by the sea, you will find that the beaches in Cebu can offer you both.  Beaches are not too crowded, especially the ones a bit further from the mainland, and you will find relaxation and rest while in Cebu.

Tags: Badian, Bantayan, Cebu, Cebu Beaches, Mactan, Malapascua, Moalboal
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