Hole in the Wall

Hole in the Wall is a swim-through dive site at Escarceo Point, Puerto Galera, Philippines, formed by millions of years of water erosion carving a short tunnel through a small underwater hill. The passage sits at around 12 metres depth, with the site ranging between 10 and 18 metres overall, reaching a maximum of roughly 18 metres. The tunnel itself is narrow enough for one diver to pass through at a time, and beyond it the terrain opens onto reef and wall covered with soft coral and hydroids.

The site attracts large aggregations of fish drawn in by the currents funnelling through the point. Jacks, big fish, sweetlips, snappers, and sea snakes are regularly seen here, while the reef structure and walls shelter scorpionfish and lionfish. Schooling fish are a consistent highlight, and the current-rich environment makes it a productive site year-round.

Conditions are defined by tidal flow. Current can range from moderate to strong, and the same tunnel that feels gentle on a slack or incoming tide can become lively under a full run. Timing the dive to slack water or an incoming tide is recommended. Visibility is generally good, and water temperature sits between 25 and 30°C throughout the year. Hydroids line the walls of the tunnel, and scorpionfish can be positioned anywhere along the passage, making buoyancy control essential.