Near-vertical wall with extraordinary frogfish density (8+ in 5 sq m). Black hairy frogfish sighted. Intermediate, 5–25m.
Wall sits within freediving reach but the draw (frogfish spotting) rewards scuba bottom time. Worth adding to a varied Anilao trip if a local guide (e.g. Johmer at Crystal Blue) is willing to show the frogfish locations. Otherwise low freediver value.
Newer (2020s-era) dive site in the Anilao area; exact pin varies by operator. Nicknamed 'Too Many Frogfish' after an observation of 8+ frogfish of different species/colors/sizes within a 5-square-meter area on a near-vertical wall.
Mato Point ranges from 5 to 25 metres deep, with its deepest point around 25 m.
Mato Point is rated intermediate — comfortable for certified divers with some experience, but not ideal for a first dive.
Divers at Mato Point commonly see Frogfish (painted, hairy, velvet, mixed sizes), Black hairy frogfish (rare), Wall reef fish.
For freedivers, Mato Point is rated 'Okay for freediving'. Wall sits within freediving reach but the draw (frogfish spotting) rewards scuba bottom time. Worth adding to a varied Anilao trip if a local guide (e.g. Johmer at Crystal Blue) is willing to show the frogfish locations. Otherwise low freediver value.
Mato Point is located in Mabini – Anilao (approximate; newer site), reached by Boat entry.
The best months to dive Mato Point are Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr and May.
Spearfishing at Mato Point is Regulated. Always check current local regulations before spearfishing.
Last verified May 2026