A groundbreaking form of underwater photography is making waves in Northern Mindanao — Bonfire Photography. This unique technique, pioneered by world-renowned underwater photographer Ram Yoro, allows divers to observe and capture images of small, nocturnal marine species in a controlled environment. Unlike blackwater diving, which can be logistically challenging and mentally demanding, bonfire diving offers a more stable and accessible option, especially appealing to macro photographers.

The Philippines, as a biodiversity hotspot, is an ideal location for this type of diving, with Camiguin and Misamis Oriental standing out as prime sites to showcase its potential. Bonfire photography reveals an entirely new underwater world, bringing hidden critters into view. Through his workshops and techniques, Ram Yoro has helped establish bonfire diving as a must-try experience in Northern Mindanao, opening up the ocean’s hidden nightlife to divers and photographers alike.