Highlights include Tubbataha Reefs, a UNESCO-listed atoll teeming with sharks and pelagics; Apo Reef, the country’s largest coral system; and Malapascua, where elusive thresher sharks glide through the blue. Explore Dauin/ Dumaguete & Anilao’s world-renowned muck diving, where critters like blue-ringed octopuses and rhinopias thrive, or drift along the Sardine Run of Moalboal—one of nature’s most mesmerizing spectacles.
From colourful coral gardens to deep wreck dives, the Philippines offers unmatched diversity, making it a must-visit for any underwater adventurer.
Why? Big pelagics, macro life, and excellent coral reefs in a single trip.
Destinations: Malapascua (Cebu) & Dauin (Negros Oriental)
Best: November – May
| Day 1 | Arrive Cebu airport – 3 hr drive and 30 min boat ride to Malapascua. |
| Days 2-4 | Malapascua. |
| Days 5-11 | Dauin & Apo Reef. Dauin is the Philippines’ top muck diving destination, home to rare critters like blue-ringed octopuses, flamboyant cuttlefish, and hairy frogfish on black volcanic sand. Just offshore, Apo Island’s protected marine sanctuary boasts pristine coral gardens, huge turtle populations, and exhilarating drift dives teeming with reef fish. |
| Day 12 | Transfer to Dumaguete Airport for your onward flight. |
Why? Balicasag & Anda provide coral walls, drift dives & macro. Moalboal offers pelagic action with the Sardine Run & Pescador Island.
Destinations: Bohol & Moalboal (Central Visayas).
Best: May – October. (sheltered from typhoons).
| Day 1 | Arrive Cebu. Take a 2 hour ferry to Bohol, then a 1.5h drive to your resort. |
| Days 2-5 | Bohol – Balicasag & Anda. Dive Balicasag Island’s steep coral walls, known for turtles, barracudas, and jacks. Explore Anda’s drift dives, caves, and macro sites, home to ghost pipefish and nudibranchs. Night dive for rare critters like bobtail squid and stargazers. Relax on Bohol’s white sand beaches or visit Chocolate Hills. |
| Day 6 | Drive (1.5h) and ferry (2h) back to Cebu. Then a 3-hour private car transfer to Moalboal. |
| Days 7-11 | Moalboal – Sardine Run & Pescador Island. |
| Day 12 | Transfer back to Cebu Airport for your onward flight. |
Why? A mix of historic wrecks and incredible macro photography opportunities, all with minimal travel time.
Destinations: Coron (Palawan) & Anilao (Batangas).
Best: November – May.
| Day 1 | Arrive Manila and take a 1 hour domestic flight to Coron, then a 30 minute drive to your resort. |
| Days 2-5 | Coron. Coron is famous for its World War II wreck diving, with massive Japanese warships like the Irako, Akitsushima, and Olympia Maru resting at recreational depths. In addition to wrecks, divers can explore Barracuda Lake’s unique thermoclines, limestone caverns, and coral-rich sites like Siete Pecados. |
| Day 6 | Fly Coron -Manila. Transfer (2.5h) to your resort in Anilao. |
| Days 7-11 | Anilao – muck diving & reefs. |
| Day 12 | Transfer back to Manila for your onward flight. |
Why? A mix of deep-sea atoll diving with big pelagics and action-packed reef diving.
Destinations: Tubbataha Reefs & Moalboal (Cebu)
Best: March – June
| Days 1-7 | Arrive Puerto Princesa Airport. Transfer (10mins) to the port. Tubbataha. UNESCO listed atolls. |
| Day 8 | Fly Puerto Princesa – Cebu. Private driving transfer to your resort in Moalboal (3h). |
| Day 9-12 | Moalboal. Moalboal is home to the famous Sardine Run, where millions of sardines swirl in unbroken formations, attracting trevally, tuna, and occasional threshers. Nearby, Pescador Island’s vertical walls, colourful coral gardens, and abundant turtles make it a diverse and exciting year-round dive destination. |
| Day 13 | Transfer to Cebu Airport (3h) for your onward flight. |
Tailored entirely to your imagination!
Whether it’s experiencing diverse marine life via a live-aboard, drifting alongside thresher sharks in Malapascua, exploring Tubbataha’s remote atolls, or diving Coron’s legendary WWII wrecks, we’ll craft your ultimate Philippine diving adventure.
Experience the Philippines’ incredible marine biodiversity, from Apo Reef’s vibrant coral walls to Anilao’s world-class macro sites. Complement your dives with stunning island landscapes, from the limestone cliffs of Palawan to the white sand beaches of Bohol.
Let us bring your dream diving journey to life.
Cost: starting from US$ 700 to US$ 3,000+ per person per night.
Includes: almost everything; accommodation, most meals, national park fees, qualified underwater guide/s, scuba dives, boat fees, tanks & weights, domestic flights, airport transfers, transfers to dive sites, taxes.
Excludes: international flights, visa fees, personal items, optional extras, scuba equipment other than tanks & weights.
Note: we also accept payment in BTC, ETH and USDC.
November – May (Best Diving Conditions)
• Peak season with calm seas and excellent visibility (20-40m)
• Warm water temperatures (26-30°C)
• Best time for diving Tubbataha Reef (March–June) and Apo Reef
• Great macro diving in Anilao, Dauin, and Moalboal
June – October (Typhoon Season, Variable Conditions)
• Rainy season with potential typhoons, especially in the north
• Best diving in southern areas like Dauin and Moalboal
• Visibility may decrease due to storms, but marine life remains active
• Thresher sharks in Malapascua (best from December–May)
• Sardine Run in Moalboal (all year, but clearest from November–May)
• Wreck diving in Coron (good year-round, but best November–May)
For the best diving across the country, visit between November and May, while Tubbataha is only accessible from March to June.
Seamless Travel: From accommodation reservations to transport and lunches, every detail is expertly handled by our experienced coordinators.
Expert Guidance: Skilled local guides share their deep knowledge of wildlife, ecosystems, and culture, ensuring an enriching experience.
Safety: Extensive in-country support keeps your journey smooth and secure, even when plans change.
Refined Comfort: Handpicked accommodations offer exceptional diving, unique experiences, impeccable service, and meaningful cultural connections.
Full Transparency: No hidden fees or surprises—just clear, upfront communication so you can relax from start to finish.
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